Physical Therapist – Pediatric Acute Care (inpatient)
publicsafety.vanderbilt.edu
Nashville, TN, US
Inpatient pediatric physical therapy
Interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration
Evidence-based treatment planning
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt provides comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care across a wide range of acute inpatient units in a highly collaborative academic environment
Job Summary
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt provides comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care across a wide range of acute inpatient units in a highly collaborative academic environment.
Physical Therapists evaluate and treat children with complex medical conditions, developing individualized, goal-driven plans of care that support mobility, endurance, caregiver education, and safe discharge planning.
Vanderbilt Health offers a nationally recognized healthcare system focused on excellence, innovation, and compassionate care with access to professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Matching Summary
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt provides comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care across a wide range of acute inpatient units in a highly collaborative academic environment.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Inpatient pediatric physical therapy
Interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration
Evidence-based treatment planning
Caregiver education and support
Pediatric acute care rehabilitation
Documentation and progress notes
Nice-to-have
Family-centered care approach
Varied pediatric caseload
Fast-paced acute care environment
Professional development opportunities
Compassionate patient care
Collaborative team environment
Key Requirements
Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy program
Current Tennessee Physical Therapy license or eligibility
Pediatric acute care or inpatient pediatric experience preferred