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Physical Therapist for Inpatient Rehab/FIRST Program Job in Cincinnati, Ohio US

Physical Therapist for Inpatient Rehab/FIRST Program

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati, OH

Posted: 4/13/2026 - Expires: 5/13/2026

Job ID: 293345065

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Job Description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST



* Team: Functional Independence Restoration Program (FIRST PROGRAM); a part of Inpatient Rehabilitation


* Location: Burnet Campus


* Status: 1.0 FTE


* Schedule: Monday-Friday, with rotating Saturday/Sunday coverage.



About the Job:



* Clinician will be cross-trained for all Inpatient Rehab care areas to support broader service needs


* Works within a highly collaborative interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, nursing, school services, Rehab Medicine, Pain, and BMCP)


* Responsibilities include discharge planning from day one, outcome measure utilization, supporting global patient goals, and engaging across IP Rehab programming as needed


* Professional opportunities include participation in research/QI, education and presentations, program development, and involvement in FIRST clinics



To be considered as a candidate:



* Bachelor's degree in a related field required


* 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline required. We are not considering new grads for this job.


* Physical Therapist License in the State of Ohio required


* Skills: Strong communication, ability to integrate real-time feedback, consistent structure and boundary setting, and flexibility in adapting plans of care



About the FIRST Program: Inpatient Rehabilitation for Children with Chronic Pain



Cincinnati Children's offers one of the country's only comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation programs for children whose severe, chronic pain is preventing them from enjoying a good quality of life. Our Functional Independence Restoration Program (FIRST) approach helps patients learn more about their condition, develop coping skills, recondition their bodies and transition back into their lives. This inpatient program is part of the Pain Management Center at Cincinnati Children's, which is nationally recognized for its expertise in the diagnosis, treatment and research of complex pediatric pain conditions.



The FIRST Program involves intensive, inpatient rehabilitation for children and adolescents, 10-17 years of age, who are experiencing chronic pain syndromes and pain associated disability. Some patients experience significant pain relief as a result of the program, but the ultimate goal is to help them become more independent and resourceful so that they can manage their pain effectively and regain a typical life at home, at school and in their community.



Patients who benefit include those experiencing:



* Amplified musculoskeletal pain syndromes


* Complex regional pain syndrome (reflex sympathetic dystrophy)


* Fibromyalgia


* Functional abdominal pain syndrome


* Noninflammatory joint or back pain


* Widespread pain related to joint hypermobility syndromes



Primary Location


Burnet Campus



Schedule


Full time



Shift


Day (United States of America)



Department


Inpatient OTPT



Employee Status


Regular



FTE


1



Weekly Hours


40



*Expected Starting Pay Range


*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status$74,297.60 - $94,744.00



About Us



At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.



Cincinnati Children's is:



* Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years



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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
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Education Level:
High school graduate
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Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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