Pediatric Physical Therapist

About the role

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. We seek a Physical Therapist passionate about pediatrics and community impact, with a focus on work-life balance. Our leadership promotes from within and offers leadership roles designed to minimize stress. Our redesigned mentorship programs ensure every therapist receives the guidance they need, with your success as our priority. We value individuals who embody our C.A.R.E. culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in the home health setting.
• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
• Provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, family/caregiver training, and counseling on status, progress, home programming, and discharge planning.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
• Maintain communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and therapeutic process.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate services, professionals, agencies, and resources.
• Consult with physicians on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Perform public education functions, including in-service presentations.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Attend continuing education activities and expand scope of service.
• Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
• Participate in the mentoring of students and new hires.
• Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
• Serve as backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current state-issued professional license.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• CPR certification.
• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Other Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands/Working Environment

• Spends one-third to two-thirds of time in standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling activities.
• Over two-thirds of time is spent using hands, fingers, and will handle, feel, talk, and hear.
• Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting.
• Moderate physical activity performing strenuous therapy-related activities.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Moderate noise environment (e.g., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K.
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.