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Little Rock, Arkansas

Physical Therapist I

Physical Therapist Above average in Physical TherapyNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 21m ago · Verified live

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
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Work Shift:
Day Shift
Time Type:
Full time
Department:
CC014280 Physical Therapy
Summary:
Outpatient Adolescent Sports Medicine & Orthopedics - work schedule: Mon-Thur 10am-6:30pm & Fri 9am-5:30pm - new grads encouraged to apply
Additional Information:
Outpatient Adolescent Sports Medicine & Orthopedics
Work schedule: Mon-Thur 10am-6:30pm & Fri 9am-5:30pm
New grads encouraged to apply
Performs physical therapy evaluations, interventions, documentation and billing processes according to established procedures for routine and moderately complex cases. Participates in program development, education, and maintenance functions of the department.
Required Education:
Master's Degree
Recommended Education:
Doctoral Degree
Required Work Experience:
Entry Level - Experience not Required.
Recommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
Physical Therapy License - Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
Recommended Certifications:
3D Treatment of Scoliosis Certification - Schroth-Barcelona Institute, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Board-Certified Wound Management Clinical Specialist - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Certified Brain Injury Specialist - Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialist-(ACBIS), Pediatric Clinical Specialist – ABPTS - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Description
1. Reviews information from all sources (chart, team report, patient evaluations, etc.) prior to initiating physical therapy treatment. Completes a comprehensive physical therapy evaluation appropriate for the age and developmental level of the patient to identify skilled physical therapy needs. Establishes a plan of care and measurable goals appropriate for the clinical impairments identified at the evaluation. The patient and caregivers are included in the process.

2. Competent with implementing and modifying the treatment plan using appropriate modalities, interventions, and equipment. Implements evidence-based practice into decision making processes. Seeks consultation from others as necessary.

3. Documents findings and recommendations from therapy sessions according to established policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory and reimbursement guidelines.

4. Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development; and an understanding of the range of treatment appropriate for the patient's diagnosis or developmental stage

5. Organizes patient and administrative (documentation, meetings, etc.) time efficiently to meet productivity standards ensuring that all patient care for the section is completed daily. Performs billing processes according to established department procedures.

6. Begins developing clinical expertise and professional skills through interactions with team members, self-study, and other continuing education activities. Serves as a mentor for observation students

7. Demonstrates knowledge and implementation of departmental policies and procedures, and specific patient treatment protocols regarding patient care.

8. Maintains a positive attitude while demonstrating the adaptability necessary to effectively respond to changing departmental needs

9. Communicates information clearly and concisely in a manner that is not offensive. Helps others understand and retain the message. Utilizes active listening skills

10. Committed to providing a positive patient experience by modeling Arkansas Children’s values to patients, families, guests, and team members

11. Completes other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Performs physical therapy evaluations, interventions, and documentation for routine and moderately complex cases. Participates in program development, education, and maintenance functions while ensuring efficient patient care and billing.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree and an Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy license. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and no prior work experience is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical interventionsPediatric physical therapyTreatment planningMentoring

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 44% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist I at Arkansas Children's Hospital a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 20,631 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 20,631 active roles in this specialty

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Listing-based score

Above average in Physical Therapy

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