Gillette Children's
Physical Therapist - 6 Month Term
Gillette Children's, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
St. Paul-205 University
205 University Ave E
St Paul, MN 55101, USA
Gillette Children's is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) physical therapist to join the Rehabilitation Therapies team for a six month term position, Monday to Friday days shifts performing pediatric outpatient care at the St. Paul 205 University Avenue location, with occasional weekend coverage of inpatient services at the St. Paul hospital location. The successful candidate may need to cover other Gillette sites if necessary. The six month term position will be covering a temporary physical therapy staffing leave. April 2026 through September 2026 is the preferred six month period. There is the potential for the position becoming permanent providing solid job performance and growth of physical therapy services. Gain professional experience at coveted pediatric rehabilitation facility!
Purpose of Position Provides direct and indirect family centered therapy services for patients to increase functional abilities, independence and community integration. Contributes to department, program and service teams to assure achievement of desired outcomes.
Specific duties are determined by the work setting or patient population served; however, in all positions, serving patients with challenging and complex conditions requires a concentration of specialized staff able to work in highly coordinated teams. We organize care around each patient’s condition which requires staff at multiple levels and across many departments to exhibit exceptional teamwork qualities including communicating efficiently and effectively and adopting the behaviors required for high functioning integrated teams.
Compensation and Benefits Information The hourly wage for this opportunity is $37.17 to $55.73, with a median wage of $46.45/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay just one part of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above. $2.75 weekend/evening/night differential is available for this position.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
Completes an evaluation utilizing principles of family-centered care.
Implements a therapy care plan utilizing principles of family-centered care.
Completes necessary administrative and procedural tasks in a timely manner.
Completes training in essential job competencies.
Qualifications
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE/REGISTRATION
Physical Therapy State License
Pending credentials: Registration and Licensure pending, not to exceed three months in this status
Current certification in CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers through American Heart Association) or must obtain certification within 90-days of hire.
Knowledge: transition from pediatric to adult health and rehabilitation care and of rehabilitation practice for adults with Childhood onset disabilities.
Pediatric experience strongly preferred in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Maple Grove and St. Paul; desirable at Phalen Adult Clinic. Experience working with adults with childhood onset disabilities strongly preferred at Phalen Adult; desirable in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Maple Grove and St. Paul.
Knowledge of child growth and development, rehabilitation theory and practice with a wide variety of childhood onset diagnoses and related considerations including anatomy and neurology, emotional behavior factors, family needs and issues, community transition and equipment.
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to function as an effective team member
Competency in physical therapy evaluation, treatment and family/community education and planning for transition to community services.
Preferred
Pediatric experience strongly preferred
Knowledge: transition from pediatric to adult health and rehabilitation care and of rehabilitation practice for adults with Childhood onset disabilities.
Experience working with adults with childhood onset disabilities desirable.
At Gillette Children's, we foster a culture where every team member feels a sense of belonging and purpose. We are dedicated to building an environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Our values are embedded at the heart of our culture. We act first from love, embrace the bigger picture, and work side-by-side with our patients,families, and colleagues to help every child create their own story. Together, we work to ensure patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.
Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gillette Children’s participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program which is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Gillette will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before Gillette takes any further action. Please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ for further details regarding e-verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Gillette Children's is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) physical therapist to join the Rehabilitation Therapies team for a six month term position, Monday to Friday days shifts performing pediatric outpatient care at the St. Paul 205 University Avenue location, with occasional weekend coverage of inpatient services at the St. Paul hospital location. The successful candidate may need to cover other Gillette sites if necessary. The six month term position will be covering a temporary physical therapy staffing leave. April 2026 through September 2026 is the preferred six month period. There is the potential for the position becoming permanent providing solid job performance and growth of physical therapy services. Gain professional experience at coveted pediatric rehabilitation facility!
Purpose of Position Provides direct and indirect family centered therapy services for patients to increase functional abilities, independence and community integration. Contributes to department, program and service teams to assure achievement of desired outcomes.
Specific duties are determined by the work setting or patient population served; however, in all positions, serving patients with challenging and complex conditions requires a concentration of specialized staff able to work in highly coordinated teams. We organize care around each patient’s condition which requires staff at multiple levels and across many departments to exhibit exceptional teamwork qualities including communicating efficiently and effectively and adopting the behaviors required for high functioning integrated teams.
Compensation and Benefits Information The hourly wage for this opportunity is $37.17 to $55.73, with a median wage of $46.45/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay just one part of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above. $2.75 weekend/evening/night differential is available for this position.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
Completes an evaluation utilizing principles of family-centered care.
Implements a therapy care plan utilizing principles of family-centered care.
Completes necessary administrative and procedural tasks in a timely manner.
Completes training in essential job competencies.
Qualifications
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE/REGISTRATION
Physical Therapy State License
Pending credentials: Registration and Licensure pending, not to exceed three months in this status
Current certification in CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers through American Heart Association) or must obtain certification within 90-days of hire.
Knowledge: transition from pediatric to adult health and rehabilitation care and of rehabilitation practice for adults with Childhood onset disabilities.
Pediatric experience strongly preferred in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Maple Grove and St. Paul; desirable at Phalen Adult Clinic. Experience working with adults with childhood onset disabilities strongly preferred at Phalen Adult; desirable in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Maple Grove and St. Paul.
Knowledge of child growth and development, rehabilitation theory and practice with a wide variety of childhood onset diagnoses and related considerations including anatomy and neurology, emotional behavior factors, family needs and issues, community transition and equipment.
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to function as an effective team member
Competency in physical therapy evaluation, treatment and family/community education and planning for transition to community services.
Preferred
Pediatric experience strongly preferred
Knowledge: transition from pediatric to adult health and rehabilitation care and of rehabilitation practice for adults with Childhood onset disabilities.
Experience working with adults with childhood onset disabilities desirable.
At Gillette Children's, we foster a culture where every team member feels a sense of belonging and purpose. We are dedicated to building an environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Our values are embedded at the heart of our culture. We act first from love, embrace the bigger picture, and work side-by-side with our patients,families, and colleagues to help every child create their own story. Together, we work to ensure patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.
Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gillette Children’s participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program which is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Gillette will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before Gillette takes any further action. Please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ for further details regarding e-verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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