Neonatal Physical Therapy Fellow

Job description

Overview: Job Description Summary: Evaluates neonatal and pediatric patients’ developmental and functional status as a result of preterm birth, surgery or disease. Administers treatment, fabricates, or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results and patient progress, and provides patient and family education. Job Description: Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental and functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan. - Develops and administers therapeutic treatment that provides optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet specific needs and achieve goals. Observes progress and modifies treatment plan accordingly. - Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits and instructs on use. - Educates on treatment goals and therapy...