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This Physical Therapist will work with a variety of pediatric patients in our Rehab Care Unit. Patients include (but not limited to) patients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, CVAs, brain & spinal tumors, complex orthopedic surgeries, and CRPS (Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome). Rehab Unit Pool Therapists follow plans of care that are already established by full-time staff, and on occasion, perform evaluations on new patients. This position will also involve patient and caregiver education and the ability to work as part of a Multidisciplinary team within the Cook Health Care system. Documentation and correspondence shall follow department and system policies (same-day documentation and accurate charging).

Pay Rate: $51.50/hr.

Hours: Sat: (8 am - 1 pm) Mon - Fri: 8 am - 4 pm (flexible hours/shifts available). Must be available 2 summer holidays (July 4 & Memorial Day) and 2 winter holidays (New Year's Eve & New Years Day).

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree required.

• State license for Physical Therapy (or eligible).

• Pediatric/Developmental and/or Sports Experience Preferred.

• CPR - BLS within 30 days of employment required.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.