Inpatient NICU Physical Therapist – PRN – Float Pool

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. Evaluate, administer, and oversee evidence-based physical therapy services for individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations .

Posted 9/30/2026part-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and administering evidence-based physical therapy services, developing individualized care plans, and implementing treatment strategies for patients with physical disabilities. Proficient in maintaining accurate medical records and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.

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Bachelor’s In Physical TherapyCurrent Physical Therapist LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationNICU ExperienceAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Certificate

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based Physical TherapyIndividualized Care PlansTherapeutic ExercisesManual TechniquesFunctional Mobility TrainingActivities Of Daily Living TrainingDocumentation Of Clinical FindingsBilling DocumentationPatient EvaluationTreatment Plan Implementation

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationSupervisionPatient InstructionFeedback Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Certificate

Industry Keywords

Physical DisabilitiesFunctional LimitationsInterdisciplinary TeamsPatient CareMedical RecordsDischarge PlansProcess ImprovementsPatient ChargesUtilization Review ProgramsMentorship Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, administer, and oversee evidence-based physical therapy services for individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations
Develop and update individualized plans of care with patients and families
Implement treatment plans using therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities
Provide instructions to patients, caregivers, and family members
Evaluate patient responses to treatment and document clinical findings
Maintain medical records, treatment notes, plans of care, progress reports, discharge summaries, and patient charges
Complete billing documentation according to department procedures
Confer with interdisciplinary teams and medical personnel regarding treatment, patient status, and discharge plans
Provide feedback on discharge needs, recommended level of care, and equipment needs
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, staff meetings, in-services, utilization review programs, committees, and student preceptor or mentor programs
Delegate appropriate patients to physical therapist assistants and supervise assistants and assistive personnel
Support department process improvements, staff recruitment, retention, and collaborative relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA, prior to starting employment
NICU experience required
Willingness to work at a minimum of 3 medical centers
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Current Physical Therapist license issued by the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy in good standing and/or Compact State Licensure upon hire required
Six months recent experience for other Network float position preferred
6 months experience preferred
Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA preferred
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) certificate preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

PRN employment schedule
Day shift schedule: 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Rotating holidays and weekends schedule