Physical Therapy (PT) Resident at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Pediatrics, Leadership, Research Skills, Advocacy Skills, Clinical Expertise, Interdisciplinary Health Care, Developmental Disabilities

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview Application for this position is first through the APTA universal application for residency education at RFPTCAS and then you will need to apply here thru the OHSU website when instructed. Function/Duties of Position For physical therapists who aspire to specialize in pediatrics we offer a full-time one-year residency at the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center at the OHSU Institute on Development & Disability. The Physical Therapy Residency functions within the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program. The LEND program promotes leadership, research skills, advocacy skills, and clinical expertise for interdisciplinary health care professionals, people with disabilities and parents of children with disabilities to improve healthcare for children with developmental disabilities. This residency program is credentialed by the American Physical Therapy Association. Application for this position is through the APTA universal application for residency education at RFPTCAS. We encourage people with disabilities and diverse backgrounds to apply. Candidates who believe they need an accommodation in order to successfully complete the program you can contact the program directors pedspTres@ohsu.edu or the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at OHSU 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu. Required Qualifications The Pediatric PT Resident will hold a degree in PT. The candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of physical therapy. Be eligible for physical therapy licensure in Oregon. Licensure is necessary for participation in the residency program. Additional Details Application for this position is first through the APTA universal application for residency education at RFPTCAS and then you will need to apply here thru the OHSU website when instructed. At that time please upload cover letter and resume. Be sure to include months and years to the resume for jobs/experience. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Residency offers a full-time one-year program for physical therapists specializing in pediatrics. It functions within the LEND program to improve healthcare for children with developmental disabilities.