Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week contract assignment in Juneau, Alaska.

This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist with hands-on pediatric experience who is comfortable evaluating and treating children with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, mobility, balance, and functional limitations.

Candidates must hold an active Alaska Physical Therapist license, have current BLS certification, and possess pediatric Physical Therapy experience. The requisition also calls for at least 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience.

Key Responsibilities

·        Evaluate pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and mobility-related conditions.

·        Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, functional limitations, and patient goals.

·        Provide therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility interventions.

·        Assess strength, range of motion, posture, coordination, balance, endurance, and gross motor development.

·        Provide age-appropriate treatment to improve mobility, independence, and functional participation.

·        Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.

·        Educate parents and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, positioning, mobility strategies, and developmental goals.

·        Recommend appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or mobility supports when needed.

·        Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, educators, and other members of the care team.

·        Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning.

·        Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

·        Follow patient-safety, infection-control, and rehabilitation standards.

·        Manage an assigned outpatient caseload efficiently while maintaining high-quality patient care.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have:

·        Active Alaska Physical Therapist license

·        Pediatric Physical Therapy experience

·        Minimum 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience

·        Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

·        Valid driver’s license

·        Strong pediatric assessment and treatment-planning skills

·        Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

·        Strong communication and documentation skills

Education Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following educational pathways:

·        Entry-level Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

OR

·        Graduation from an APTA-approved Physical Therapy program at the bachelor’s or master’s level, along with sufficient professional experience and continuing education to meet applicable licensure requirements

Pediatric Clinical Experience

Strong candidates should be comfortable treating children with needs related to:

·        Developmental delay

·        Gross motor delay

·        Neuromuscular conditions

·        Orthopedic conditions

·        Balance and coordination deficits

·        Gait abnormalities

·        Muscle weakness

·        Reduced range of motion

·        Mobility limitations

·        Post-surgical rehabilitation

·        Functional movement challenges

Key Clinical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with:

·        Pediatric Physical Therapy

·        Outpatient rehabilitation

·        Developmental assessment

·        Gross motor assessment

·        Therapeutic exercise

·        Gait training

·        Balance training

·        Neuromuscular re-education

·        Functional mobility

·        Strength and range-of-motion assessment

·        Caregiver education

·        Home exercise programs

·        Assistive devices

·        Progress tracking

·        Clinical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also have:

·        Pediatric outpatient clinic experience

·        Early intervention experience

·        School-based pediatric therapy experience

·        Neurological rehabilitation experience

·        Orthopedic pediatric rehabilitation experience

·        Experience working with medically complex children

·        Previous travel or contract Physical Therapy experience

·        Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary pediatric teams

Schedule Requirements

·        Flexible schedule

·        Five 8-hour shifts per week

·        40 hours per week

·        Exact daily hours may vary based on patient scheduling and department needs.

Candidates should be comfortable with schedule flexibility throughout the assignment.

Additional Requirements

·        Influenza vaccination is required unless an approved exemption is permitted under facility policy.

·        A valid driver’s license is required.

·        All required licensure and certifications must remain current throughout the assignment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist who can independently evaluate and treat children while working closely with families and other healthcare professionals.

You should have strong developmental assessment skills, excellent communication abilities, and a patient-centered approach to helping children improve mobility, function, and independence.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:

·        Pediatric Physical Therapist

·        Pediatric Outpatient PT

·        Developmental Physical Therapist

·        Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

·        Travel Physical Therapist

·        Pediatric Rehab Therapist

·        Outpatient Physical Therapist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.