At Nemours, we’re dedicated to achieving higher standards in children’s health. And we begin by caring for children as if they were our own. For more than 70 years, this has been the Nemours Way.

As one of the nation’s premier pediatric health care systems, we’ve made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It’s a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical care to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education and prevention services for all families in the communities we serve.

Established as a legacy of the Alfred I. duPont Testamentary Trust, Nemours now employs over 4,200 dedicated Associates, including more than 420 pediatric physicians, specialists and surgeons who care for approximately a quarter of a million children annually. We stand with parents, physicians, community leaders, children’s advocates and elected officials to ensure optimal wellness for every child.

Job Overview

Company: Nemours Location: US-DE-Wilmington Loading Map... Base Pay: N/A Employee Type: Full-Time Industry: Healthcare - Health Services Manages Others: No Job Type: Health Care Req'd Education: 4 Year Degree Req'd Experience: None Req'd Travel: Not Specified Relocation Covered: No   Ref ID: 1672534CBP

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Job Description

Nemours is dedicated to providing treatment and curative services to acutely and chronically ill children.
Caring for more than 225,000 children each year during more than 870,000 patient visits, Nemours is one of the nation's largest pediatric subspecialty group practices. This is in addition to many ongoing research and education programs conducted at Nemours.
Nemours owns and operates the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE, as well as four major Children's specialty centers in Wilmington, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Pensacola.



Physical Therapist- Sports Medicine Program
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PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provides comprehensive physical therapy evaluation, treatment, and consultation independently to all patients across programs under the prescription of a physician within the guidelines designated by the department and hospital policy and procedures.

Direct Patient Care Responsibilities
1. Demonstrates proficiency in the care of all ages; pediatrics, adolescents and adults.
2. Demonstrates proficiency in the care of neonates as required by assignment.
3. Performs all essential and marginal responsibilities for Staff I, Staff II and Senior Staff Physical Therapy job descriptions.
4. Provides/coordinates information and or effective evaluation and treatment strategies and support to families while considering the lifelong implications for various diagnoses of patients seen within the department.
5. Completes timely documentation as required by therapeutic services department policy 4.7, JCAHO and CARF standards.
6. Coordinates/attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member. Takes leadership role as indicated by team-case management, care team leader.
7. Coordinates collaboration with outside agencies to recommend durable medical equipment, home/school modifications and transitional therapy program prior to discharge from therapy/ hospital with child specific or specialty specific team members.
8. Provides inservice training programs and follows specific protocols/pathways for direct patient care issues as mandated by hospital specialty programs. When applicable works with staff to review and revise protocols/pathways.
9.  Assists with developing the new sports medicine program.

 

Job Requirements

I. Education, Area of Study, Training and Experience:

A. Education, Training, Experience
1. B.S. or higher degree or certificate of proficiency in Physical Therapy.
2. Six years or more experience preferred.
3. Five years or more Sports Medicine/Orthopedics experience required.  Pediatric or adolescent experience preferred
4.  Physical Therapist with ATC degree or SCS specialty certification
5. Sports enhancement training program experience a plus

B. Other Requirements
1. Strong multi-specialty knowledge and experience as related to pediatrics
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills
3. Strong teaching and interpersonal skills.

II. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

A.License, Registration, or Certification
1.Delaware State License to practice Physical Therapy.
2.CPR Certification (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) within 6 months of employment.
3. Sports certified specialist (SCS)/certified strength and conditioning specialist(CSCS) preferred.
4.Member of professional specialty organizations (APTA, Delaware PT Association, SCI, TBI Associations, etc.) preferred.



Nemours an equal opportunity employer is committed to focusing on the best-qualified applicants for our openings. To ensure that each application receives the attention and consideration it deserves, we require that all persons interested in a position with Nemours complete all of the following steps in our standard application procedure. These steps include: Meeting specific requirements as outlined in job description, and filling out an application for a specific position. You will receive a confirmation e-mail once you have successfully completed the application process. This serves as verification that your resume has been received. If you are selected for an interview, one of our recruiters will contact you immediately. Thank you for your interest in Nemours. 

Contact Information

Call: 1-800-451-2854

www.Nemours.org

Nemours is an equal opportunity employer.

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