Physical Therapist – Warren Kids First
University of Arkansas System
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Warren • United States
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About the role
- Provides gross motor assessment and treatment using evidence-based techniques in a naturalistic, developmentally appropriate manner.
- On receipt of a prescription, evaluates to determine muscle tone, reflexes, strength, balance, range of motion, locomotion delays/disorders and/or potential orthopedic concerns using appropriate diagnostic instruments.
- Also, determines the need for adaptive equipment and referral for orthotics.
- Reviews results of standardized scores along with informed clinical judgment and observations to make the correct diagnosis.
- Translates the obtained information into a professional, typed document along with treatment recommendations, developing appropriate goals and objectives as related to patient’s needs.
- Confers with the Medical Director when necessary regarding said results/recommendations.
- Implements direct therapy for children, based upon findings using evidence-based techniques.
- Continually monitors progress and makes modifications to treatment plan as needed.
- Documents services provided in a professional, timely manner.
- Carefully, prepares and provides billing documents according to KIDS FIRST and Medicaid guidelines on a weekly basis.
- Verifies accuracy billing documents through careful review of progress notes, treatment room sign-out forms, and child’s individual prescription requirements.
- Collaborates and communicates with families, other therapists, nurses, social workers, director, developmental staff, and contractors to provide the best quality of care and optimal outcomes for each child.
- Encourage families to take an active role in supporting their child’s development using the principles of Family Centered Care.
- Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2002 OR Master’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2016 OR Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
- Current Arkansas Physical Therapy License or eligible to obtain license within 1 month of date of hire
- Intermediate computer skills
- Candidate must pass state abuse registry checks, drug screen, submit to a TB skin test and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations.
Benefits
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
gross motor assessmenttreatment planningmuscle tone evaluationreflex assessmentstrength assessmentbalance assessmentrange of motion evaluationlocomotion assessmentadaptive equipment determinationevidence-based techniques
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationclinical judgmentfamily-centered careprofessional documentationmonitoring progressmodification of treatment plansgoal settingpatient advocacyinterpersonal skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Physical TherapyMaster’s degree in Physical TherapyDoctorate degree in Physical TherapyArkansas Physical Therapy License