Physical Therapist II - NICU

Job DescriptionFULL-TIME DAYS - North Central Baptist HospitalThe NICU Therapist is responsible for the system wide administration, interpretation and evaluation of tests and measurements in the NICU. Plans and modifies treatment programs. Works with neonatal intensive care patients, pediatric intensive care patients, pediatric inpatients and outpatients, and developmental follow-up patients with advanced level clinical competency. Works as part of a multidisciplinary care team to provide evidence based, individualized family centered developmental care. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.General Functions:Interprets physician orders and requests interpretation as necessaryAdministers and interprets tests and measurements of patientsReviews patient chart and progress prior to treatment and modifies the treatment plan accordinglyDevelops realistic developmental goals based on multidisciplinary team expectationsInstructs and involves patient, family, social worker, nursing staff and discharge planner in patient's progress and discharge plans, participating in appropriate meetings.Maintains documentation on all treatmentsUses appropriate modalities and procedures correctly demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindicationsAssures appropriate equipment performance prior to each useOrganizes schedule to reflect patient priorities, needs of other staff, and the department needs and responsibilitiesProvides in-service to, therapists, nursing, residents and fellowsProvides clinical observation for Therapy studentsUtilizes supportive personnel and supervises administration of treatment plansInforms supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure or unusual physician or patientproblems immediately, initiating appropriate action.Maintains a working knowledge of routine clerical proceduresUtilizes resources efficiently and effectivelyMaintains safe environmentAddresses patient population -specific needsParticipates in Performance Improvement activitiesMINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university. Master's Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited college or university.PREFERRED EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders or Equivalent. Master's or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or universityMINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Pediatric population work, clinical observation, volunteer work, or relevant applicable experiences. 4 years of licensed therapy work.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Consistent and dedicated NICU and/or pediatric experience. Spanish ProficiencyREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State license in Speech. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Certified Neonatal Therapist, Infant Massage, Pediatric Certified Specialist, Pediatric Residency, NICU FellowshipREQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network.#LI-JH5 Who We Are We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.Our StoryWe started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. 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