Physical Therapist - Peds Therapy

Tucson Medical Center
  • Phoenix, AZ
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    In person:

    Are you a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) looking for your next opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Join us for the TMC Pediatric Therapy Job Fair and connect directly with our team!

    August 26, 2026

    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    TMCHealth Atrium Building

    5099 E. Grant Road, Tucson, AZ

    During this event, you''ll have the opportunity to:

    Meet Pediatric Therapy leaders and team members

    Learn about career opportunities in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy

    Explore our collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care

    Discover our culture, benefits, and professional development opportunities

    Tour our facility

    Ask questions and gain insights into what it''s like to work at TMC

    We''re seeking compassionate therapy professionals who are dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential while thriving in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

    Why attend?

    This is a unique opportunity to learn more about our Pediatric Therapy programs, meet the people behind our mission, and explore how your skills and passion can make a lasting impact. Whether you''re actively searching for a new role or simply interested in learning more, we''d love to meet you.

    Reserve your spot today!

    We look forward to sharing what makes TMC Pediatric Therapy an exceptional place to grow your career and make a difference every day.

    Register here!

    https://olivia.paradox.ai/co/TucsonMedicalCenter/Event/TMCPediatricTherapyInPersonCareerFair

    SUMMARY:

    Evaluates records and reports on patient progress. Evaluates and treats patients within an acute care hospital or outpatient clinic setting. Diagnoses include patients with neurological, orthopedic, surgical, medical and complex psychosocial conditions.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    Administers diagnostic testing procedures to determine the extent of patient's impairment and prognosis for improvement.

    Analyzes testing and other pertinent information to create an individual treatment plan.

    Gathers pertinent data from a variety of sources and develops specific goals and plans, re-evaluating and modifying plans periodically and as necessary.

    Considers specific patient variables such as overall medical condition, stamina, motivation, etc. in planning treatment programs.

    Chooses, fits, and trains patients in the use of appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or orthotics.

    Prepares electronic documentation as required by the profession and department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports and other such reports.

    Communicates with medical and allied health personnel regarding patient's progress, needs and discharge planning.

    Documents patient care efficiently, timely, and effectively through electronic communication.

    Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient, or family/caregiver.

    Conducts, or participates in training medical and other personnel in therapy techniques and objectives.

    Supervises physical therapy assistants, aides and students, according to department policy and professional standards; delegates treatment and treatment modalities to appropriate personnel.

    Coordinates with other service areas to ensure proper patient care.

    Engages with colleagues inter/intra departmentally for constant process improvement.

    Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.

    Performs related duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree required. Master's or Doctorate degree preferred.

    EXPERIENCE: Pediatric Therapy: One (1) year of pediatric experience preferred. Will consider exceptional new graduate candidates.

    LICENSURE, OR CERTIFICATION: Licensed Physical Therapist in state of Arizona and Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR prior to employment. Fingerprint Card required in some departments.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    • Knowledge of physical therapy to optimize movement to improve the patient experience and prevent disability following disease or injury.
    • Knowledge of best practices to ensure optimum patient care.
    • Skill in assessing needs and limitations to better assist patients.
    • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
    • Ability to listen and accurately interpret others' communication or instructions to take appropriate action.
    • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
    • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and interpret abstract and concrete variables.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPhoenix, AZ

    Skills

    • Acute Careunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Discharge Plansunmatched
    • Disease Prevention and Controlunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Educational Technologyunmatched
    • Government Regulationsunmatched
    • Medical Conditionsunmatched
    • Medical Diagnosisunmatched
    • Medical Treatmentunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • Neurologyunmatched
    • Occupational Therapyunmatched
    • Orthopedicsunmatched
    • Orthoticsunmatched
    • Outpatient Careunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Pediatricsunmatched
    • Physical Therapyunmatched
    • Procedure Implementationunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Progress Reportsunmatched
    • Set Goalsunmatched
    • Speech and Language Pathologyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Treatment Planunmatched

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