Children's National Hospital
Physical Therapist III- Outpatient
Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Children's National Hospital Provided Pay Range This range is provided by Children's National Hospital. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $88,961.60 per year - $148,262.40 per year
Position: Physical Therapist III – Outpatient The Physical Therapist III will provide advanced skill and expertise therapy services to a wide spectrum of pediatric disabilities and conditions. The candidate must be knowledgeable in evidence‑based and current practice standards for pediatric care, assume primary responsibilities for a specialty area or primary clinic, and act as a mentor to other health care professionals. The role models professional behavior in all interactions and works collaboratively with leadership and the program manager to provide updates for clinical and administrative operations of the Physical and Occupational Therapy Departments.
Minimum Work Experience 8 years of pediatric experience. Internal applicants must have successfully completed the Level III application. External applicants must demonstrate comparable experience.
Required Licenses and Certifications Physical Therapist must have DC licensure or licensure in a treating jurisdiction. Preferred: advanced certification in a specialty area (Pediatric Certified Specialist, Orthopedic Certified Specialist, etc.).
Functional Accountabilities Clinical Skills and Expertise
Evaluate and treat patients incorporating advanced best practice and research‑driven techniques pursuant to practice acts.
Maintain evidence of recognized advanced competency in 3–4 clinical areas with recognized clinical expertise in 1–2 specialty areas.
Consistently use advanced treatment techniques to achieve consistent progress and positive outcomes.
Assume primary clinic or specialty responsibilities, including significant new program development and education of therapy staff.
Documentation
Comply with departmental policies and procedures for inpatient and outpatient documentation.
Ensure documentation of aides and students is reviewed and co‑signed.
Leadership
Act as a mentor to staff to share clinical expertise and advance program development.
Participate in 1–2 multidisciplinary team committees, clinics, or rounds as a major contributor.
Present a minimum of one case study addressing outcome and efficacy of treatment within the department annually.
Present 1–2 in‑service sessions on evidence‑based practice or research to staff and other allied health professionals.
Assist in identifying staff education and clinical development needs and suggest viable improvement.
Administrative
Complete all administrative assignments, including billing, Beartime, and requested operations input on time.
Participate in data collection on research projects and PI initiatives.
Identify need for change in current policies and procedures to reflect updates in care and best practice.
Professional Growth
Pursue or complete advanced degree or certification.
Present one lecture annually as part of a larger educational course.
Participate and act as a lead in one major department or hospital committee task force annually.
Participate in research, PI project, or grant writing as a planner or principal investigator resulting in formal presentation, poster, or publication in a recognized professional organization.
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.
Teamwork / Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.
Performance Improvement / Problem‑Solving
Contribute to a positive work environment.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.
Cost Management / Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently.
Search for less costly ways of doing things.
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication.
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co‑workers.
Attend carefully to important details – practice Stop, Think, Act, and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance.
Primary Location District of Columbia – Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus)
Job Category Allied Health
Organization CTR Neuroscience & Behav Med
Position Status Regular (Full‑time)
Shift Day
Work Schedule M–F 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Job Posting November 25, 2025 3:18:26 AM
Full‑Time Salary Range (USD) $88,961.60 per year
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Children's National Hospital Provided Pay Range This range is provided by Children's National Hospital. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $88,961.60 per year - $148,262.40 per year
Position: Physical Therapist III – Outpatient The Physical Therapist III will provide advanced skill and expertise therapy services to a wide spectrum of pediatric disabilities and conditions. The candidate must be knowledgeable in evidence‑based and current practice standards for pediatric care, assume primary responsibilities for a specialty area or primary clinic, and act as a mentor to other health care professionals. The role models professional behavior in all interactions and works collaboratively with leadership and the program manager to provide updates for clinical and administrative operations of the Physical and Occupational Therapy Departments.
Minimum Work Experience 8 years of pediatric experience. Internal applicants must have successfully completed the Level III application. External applicants must demonstrate comparable experience.
Required Licenses and Certifications Physical Therapist must have DC licensure or licensure in a treating jurisdiction. Preferred: advanced certification in a specialty area (Pediatric Certified Specialist, Orthopedic Certified Specialist, etc.).
Functional Accountabilities Clinical Skills and Expertise
Evaluate and treat patients incorporating advanced best practice and research‑driven techniques pursuant to practice acts.
Maintain evidence of recognized advanced competency in 3–4 clinical areas with recognized clinical expertise in 1–2 specialty areas.
Consistently use advanced treatment techniques to achieve consistent progress and positive outcomes.
Assume primary clinic or specialty responsibilities, including significant new program development and education of therapy staff.
Documentation
Comply with departmental policies and procedures for inpatient and outpatient documentation.
Ensure documentation of aides and students is reviewed and co‑signed.
Leadership
Act as a mentor to staff to share clinical expertise and advance program development.
Participate in 1–2 multidisciplinary team committees, clinics, or rounds as a major contributor.
Present a minimum of one case study addressing outcome and efficacy of treatment within the department annually.
Present 1–2 in‑service sessions on evidence‑based practice or research to staff and other allied health professionals.
Assist in identifying staff education and clinical development needs and suggest viable improvement.
Administrative
Complete all administrative assignments, including billing, Beartime, and requested operations input on time.
Participate in data collection on research projects and PI initiatives.
Identify need for change in current policies and procedures to reflect updates in care and best practice.
Professional Growth
Pursue or complete advanced degree or certification.
Present one lecture annually as part of a larger educational course.
Participate and act as a lead in one major department or hospital committee task force annually.
Participate in research, PI project, or grant writing as a planner or principal investigator resulting in formal presentation, poster, or publication in a recognized professional organization.
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.
Teamwork / Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.
Performance Improvement / Problem‑Solving
Contribute to a positive work environment.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.
Cost Management / Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently.
Search for less costly ways of doing things.
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication.
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co‑workers.
Attend carefully to important details – practice Stop, Think, Act, and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance.
Primary Location District of Columbia – Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus)
Job Category Allied Health
Organization CTR Neuroscience & Behav Med
Position Status Regular (Full‑time)
Shift Day
Work Schedule M–F 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Job Posting November 25, 2025 3:18:26 AM
Full‑Time Salary Range (USD) $88,961.60 per year
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