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 are seeking a Physical Therapist who is passionate about working with pediatrics and making a difference in the community while enjoying work-life balance. Our leadership team promotes from within and offers mentorship programs tailored to individual guidance. We value individuals who embody our C.A.R.E. culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients within the home health setting.
• Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and/or enhance performance.
• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
• Provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, family/caregiver training, and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
• Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other therapeutic process issues.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources.
• Consult with physicians on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Perform internal and external public education functions, including periodic in-service presentations.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Attend continuing education activities and expand scope of service.
• Maintain 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 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 activities of a therapy nature.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision requirements.
• Moderate noise (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

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K.
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What Sets Us Apart

• Therapist Owned/Operated: We understand your challenges firsthand.
• Ethically Centered: Our clients and therapists are our top priority.
• Work Life Balance: Choose your caseload size based on your lifestyle needs.
• Create Your Own Schedule: Choose patients and treatment times.