Cynet Health
Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,545 per week in Reidsville, NC
Cynet Health, Reidsville, North Carolina, United States, 27320
Job Title: Pediatric Physical Therapist Profession: Therapy/Rehabilitation Specialty: PT Pediatrics Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8 hours (08:45 - 17:15) Experience: Minimum 2 years required License: State license required Certifications: BLS required Must-Have: - Previous pediatric experience required - Experience in outpatient setting required - Proficient with age group birth to 5 years Description: The position requires working primarily with pediatric patients but may involve flexibility to adult orthopedic or neuro cases as needed. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in various areas including AROM, AAROM, PROM, and body mechanics. Identification of environmental barriers and pain assessment is necessary. Candidates will be responsible for assessment, discharge planning, evaluations, and developing long and short-term goals. Reassessments and time management skills are also essential for this role. Experience with cognitive disorders, cerebral palsy, and developmental delays is important. Familiarity with early intervention programs and individualized programs for milestone assessments is required. The role involves ensuring patient safety and education for families. Candidates will work in a community health setting with a diverse patient population facing various developmental challenges. Skills in treating conditions such as torticollis, scoliosis, spina bifida, and autism are beneficial. Understanding of home exercise programs and signs of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse is necessary. Candidates may need to adapt to changing caseloads and conditions and provide therapy in a timely and efficient manner.