Spc, Child LifeTenet Healthcare Corporation

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a part time position

The Child Life Specialist is responsible for implementing a psychosocially and developmentally 
supportive program for children and families. Child Life Specialist is a member of the pediatric 
health care team who focuses on the emotional and developmental needs of children using 
therapeutic and developmental play experiences which help children and families maintain normal 
life patterns; prevent significant developmental disruption; and mitigate psychological distress 
through their health care experience. The Child Life Specialist provides appropriate guidance for 
volunteers, students and visiting groups. Child Life Specialist acts as an advocate for children and 
their families with the hospital and uses their knowledge of child development to enhance the 
hospital environment for pediatric patients.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Focus on the emotional and developmental needs of children using therapeutic and developmental play experiences
• Prevents significant developmental disruption and mitigates psychological distress through the childs health care experience
• Acts as an advocate for children and their families and uses knowledge of child development to enhance the environment for pediatric patients
• Originates, develops, or implements new methods to accomplish objectives by meeting the needs of the customers
• Works with team members to improve customer satisfaction and maximize results within the department
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to work process change, makes decisions and takes appropriate actions to solve problems

JOB QUALIFICATIONS ABOUT US

Embark on a rewarding career with Tenet Physician Resources. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

ABOUT THE TEAM

The mission of the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute is to provide some of the most technologically advanced treatments to improve the lives of those who suffer from congenital, developmental and post-traumatic orthopedic conditions. Serving children and adults from the local community, the United States and the world, the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute offers comprehensive, coordinated care from an experienced team of professionalsdesigned for the specific needs of each patient. At the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute, our treatment philosophy focuses on reconstruction over amputation and a commitment to preserving limbs and joints and restoring function.