Assistant Professor / Physical Therapist

Department Overview

About OHSULink www.ohsu.eduOHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 18,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.

About The Institute on Development and Disability (IDD)Link https://www.ohsu.edu/institute-on-development-and-disability/about-us

The Institute on Development and Disability within the Department of Pediatrics at OHSU works with patients, families, clinicians, researchers and many other professionals to meet the goal of improving the lives of people with disabilities. We perform research and care to support every patient, from premature babies to older adults, facing changes in life due to the onset of disabling conditions. With more than 100 years of practice, we understand how to best meet the needs of our patients and their families in Oregon and beyond.

About CDRC EugeneLink https://www.ohsu.edu/doernbecher/CDRC Eugene

The Eugene campus of the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center provides interdisciplinary clinical services for persons with developmental disabilities and other special health care needs. CDRC Eugene programs and services are provided at the Clinical Services Building on the University of Oregon campus.

Function/Duties of Position

This position is under the administration of the Director of the Institute on Development & Disability, the Eugene CDRC Clinical Director, and the CDRC Discipline Director of Physical Therapy.  The duties of this position are in support of the missions, goals, and objectives of OHSU and the IDD, inclusive of teaching, research, and service. The physical therapist (PT) in this position will provide Physical Therapy assessment and treatment services to children with suspect and diagnosed developmental disabilities, neuromuscular and orthopedic impairments, and special

health care needs at the Eugene office of the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center/Oregon Health and Science University.

Direct Clinical (80%): The physical therapist in this position will provide physical therapy diagnostic evaluation, treatment and consultative services for patients of the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center, participating in CDRC’s Eugene Clinic. The PT will be responsible for evaluation, team collaboration, and family feedback. The PT will conduct single discipline evaluations and treatment for referred patients. The PT will participate in clinical education of pre-licensure physical therapy students, mentoring of the pediatric physical therapy resident, and participate in the education of other practicum students, interns, residents and fellows who participate in training in the CDRC programs. 

Indirect Clinical (20%): The PT in this position ensures timely completion of clinical documentation and responsiveness to clinical requests.  The PT participates in other activities appropriate to the discipline, and consistent with the mission and goals of IDD, CDRC and OHSU. Such activities include, but are not limited to, clinical documentation, consultation and technical assistance to families, community agencies and providers, serving on agency and university committees, and participation in departmental meetings and in-service presentations. Additional activities may include engaging in research appropriate to physical therapy, including collaborative research with other faculty.

***Located in Eugene, Oregon*** 

Required Qualifications

• The Physical Therapist will hold a minimum of a masters degree in PT.
• The candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Hold an Oregon license to practice physical therapy. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in PT.
• A minimum of three years pediatric clinical experience serving children with complex conditions.
• Experience working on interdisciplinary teams, using a family-centered model of care.
• Prefer a PT committed to training and a spirit of inquiry.

Additional Details

***Located in Eugene, Oregon*** 

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Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]