Pediatric Physical Therapist - as needed
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Meritus Health
MD
Summary
The physical therapist will deliver comprehensive patient assessments, design individualized therapy plans, and implement interventions for newborns. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide mentorship to students and staff.
Job Description
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist ready to make a meaningful impact across for newborns? Meritus Health is seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic Pediatric Physical Therapy Team. If you thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered environment and value evidence-based practice, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
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Deliver comprehensive patient assessments and design individualized therapy plans
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Implement and adapt interventions based on patient progress and needs
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with licensure standards
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care
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Provide discharge recommendations and connect patients with community resources
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Supervise and mentor PTAs, rehab aides, students, and volunteers
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Uphold ethical standards and participate in ongoing professional development
Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (MPT or DPT required)
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Licensed or temporarily licensed in Maryland as a Physical Therapist
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No clinical experience beyond education required. Must be able to perform all phases of job after initial three months
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Current BLS (CPR) certification
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Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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No post-graduate clinical experience required—just a commitment to excellence
Physical & Mental Requirements
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Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine motor coordination
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High levels of concentration, attention to detail, and multitasking ability
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Occasional exposure to bodily fluids and hazardous materials (PPE provided)
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
