Pediatric Physical Therapist
Saint Cloud, MN
HonorVet Technologies
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus

Title: Physical Therapist – Pediatrics (Outpatient)
Location: Saint Cloud, MN
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, primarily 4x10-hour shifts (07:30–18:00). Will consider 5x8 or 4x9 schedules. No call required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient physical therapy services to pediatric patients in a comprehensive pediatric clinic.

• Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, set short-term goals, and complete reassessments and discharges.

• Treat a wide range of pediatric conditions including torticollis/plagiocephaly, developmental delays, toe walking, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, hypermobility, orthopedic concerns, and pediatric pelvic health.

• Deliver one-on-one patient care.

• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety, and injury prevention.

• Utilize pediatric standardized assessments such as PDMS and BOT.

• Document all care accurately and efficiently, including assessments, evaluations, plans of care, and billing-related documentation.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including social services.

• Float as required to meet clinic needs.

• Screen for and report signs and symptoms of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse.

Required Qualifications:

• Physical Therapist with state licensure (Minnesota license required; may apply after offer, temporary license available).

• BLS certification.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.

• Must be very comfortable treating pediatric patients.

• Ability to work in an outpatient pediatric clinic setting.

• Willingness to work scheduled shifts within clinic hours (start no earlier than 7:30 AM, end no later than 6:00 PM).

• Traveler must live more than 25 miles from the facility.

• First-time travelers accepted.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Epic charting experience.

• Pediatric experience including:

  • Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, early intervention programs, milestone assessments, torticollis, spina bifida, orthotics, and adaptive equipment.

  • Pediatric standardized testing (PDMS, BOT).

• Assessment skills including strength testing, sensory response, vital sign monitoring, skin integrity assessment, and pain assessment.

• Orthopedic skills such as gait training, extremity mobilization, taping, and treatment of ankle and knee injuries.

• Neurologic experience including cognitive disorders and concussion management.

• Familiarity with pediatric adaptive and assistive devices, wheelchair assessment, and orthotics.

• Billing experience with commercial, Medicaid, and private pay.

• Strong professional skills including patient/family education, medication awareness, and safety and injury prevention.