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Virtual Event:

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) looking for your next career opportunity? Join us for an interactive virtual event where you'll have the opportunity to connect directly with leaders from our Pediatric Therapy team and learn what makes TMC a rewarding place to grow your career.

During this session, you will:

Meet Pediatric Therapy leaders and learn about our collaborative care team

Explore opportunities across Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy

Gain insight into our patient populations, treatment approaches, and multidisciplinary model of care

Learn more about our culture, professional development opportunities, and commitment to exceptional patient outcomes

Ask questions in a relaxed, conversational setting

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated therapy professionals who are passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.

Why attend?

This is a unique opportunity to go beyond the job description and gain firsthand insight into our Pediatric Therapy programs, team culture, and career opportunities. Whether you're actively seeking a new role or simply exploring what's next, we'd love to connect with you.

Reserve your spot today!

We look forward to meeting you and sharing what makes TMC Pediatric Therapy an exceptional place to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

In person:

Are you a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) looking for your next opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Join us for the TMC Pediatric Therapy Job Fair and connect directly with our team!

August 26, 2026

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

TMCHealth Atrium Building

5099 E. Grant Road, Tucson, AZ

During this event, you'll have the opportunity to:

Meet Pediatric Therapy leaders and team members

Learn about career opportunities in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy

Explore our collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care

Discover our culture, benefits, and professional development opportunities

Tour our facility

Ask questions and gain insights into what it's like to work at TMC

We're seeking compassionate therapy professionals who are dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential while thriving in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Why attend?

This is a unique opportunity to learn more about our Pediatric Therapy programs, meet the people behind our mission, and explore how your skills and passion can make a lasting impact. Whether you're actively searching for a new role or simply interested in learning more, we'd love to meet you.

Reserve your spot today!

We look forward to sharing what makes TMC Pediatric Therapy an exceptional place to grow your career and make a difference every day.

SUMMARY:

Come join us at TMC Pediatric Therapy! Seeking a Physical Therapist to join our experienced, multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidate would provide responsive, family-centered services to exclusively pediatric inpatient and outpatient populations (age infant to 21).Tucson Medical Center is southern Arizona's Children's Miracle Network hospital/clinic which includes an expansive Outpatient Clinic and indoor playground designed specifically for pediatric rehabilitation needs.Experienced candidate is needed at this time (1+ years experience minimum)

We're looking for a passionate Pediatric physical therapist to join our team at TMC Pediatric Therapy! Enjoy working with a multi-disciplinary team in an outpatient clinic specifically designed for children's needs. This also includes a separate indoor playground provided by Panda Cares and the Children's Miracle Network. Position is primarily dedicated to outpatient physical therapy evaluation and treatment.

Evaluates records and reports on patient progress. Evaluates and treats patients within an acute care hospital or outpatient clinic setting. Diagnoses include patients with neurological, orthopedic, surgical, medical and complex psychosocial conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administers diagnostic testing procedures to determine the extent of patient's impairment and prognosis for improvement.

Analyzes testing and other pertinent information to create an individual treatment plan.

Gathers pertinent data from a variety of sources and develops specific goals and plans, re-evaluating and modifying plans periodically and as necessary.

Considers specific patient variables such as overall medical condition, stamina, motivation, etc. in planning treatment programs.

Chooses, fits, and trains patients in the use of appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or orthotics.

Prepares electronic documentation as required by the profession and department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports and other such reports.

Communicates with medical and allied health personnel regarding patient's progress, needs and discharge planning.

Documents patient care efficiently, timely, and effectively through electronic communication.

Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient, or family/caregiver.

Conducts, or participates in training medical and other personnel in therapy techniques and objectives.

Supervises physical therapy assistants, aides and students, according to department policy and professional standards; delegates treatment and treatment modalities to appropriate personnel.

Coordinates with other service areas to ensure proper patient care.

Engages with colleagues inter/intra departmentally for constant process improvement.

Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.

Performs related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree required. Master's or Doctorate degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Acute Therapy: One (1) to two (2) years of acute inpatient or acute rehabilitation experience required. Will consider appropriate experience acquired during student fieldwork. Pediatric Therapy: One (1) year of pediatric experience preferred. Will consider exceptional new graduate candidates. Adult Outpatient Therapy: One (1) year of adult outpatient therapy experience preferred. Will consider exceptional new graduate with substantial outpatient student fieldwork.

LICENSURE, OR CERTIFICATION: Licensed Physical Therapist in state of Arizona and Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR prior to employment. Fingerprint Card required in some departments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of physical therapy to optimize movement to improve the patient experience and prevent disability following disease or injury.
• Knowledge of best practices to ensure optimum patient care.
• Skill in assessing needs and limitations to better assist patients.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to listen and accurately interpret others' communication or instructions to take appropriate action.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and interpret abstract and concrete variables.