Pediatric Physical Therapist

About the role

Location: Center Based- Baldwin, NY
Status: Fee for Service, Part-Time with Full-Time potential if also able to accept school age cases

Schedule

Flexible opportunities to take on services for more students are likely available. Flexibility to schedule these services Monday‑Friday (between 9 a.m.‑3 p.m.).

Pay

Compensation: $90‑$110/hour. Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition, the position posted may be either full‑time or fee‑for‑service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

Benefits

Benefits are offered to employees who work 25 or more hours per week:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Full‑Time Opportunities Available
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative individual therapeutic interventions for all children on your caseload.
• Administer and write up physical therapy evaluations.
• Ongoing communication with coordinators and Hawthorne Director.
• Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
• Create and maintain a schedule for assigned students.
• Collect data on each IFSP/IEP goal and report on progress quarterly.
• Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CPSE/CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.
• Collaborate with other professionals including BCBAs, Special Educators, Behavior Technicians, and other Related Service Providers.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current New York State Physical Therapy License (DPT).
• Bilingual is a plus.

Skills

• Passionate to work with children and their families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals.
• Self‑starter and independent problem solver.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and dynamic environment.
• A flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary.
• Must be a team player.
• Life‑long learner who is committed to personal development.