Pediatric Physical Therapist/Horses

Job Summary

A Physical Therapist will provide care in an unconventional setting, focusing on both traditional modalities and hippotherapy techniques.

Job Duties

• Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with varying diagnoses: Orthopedic, neurological, developmental delay, trauma, congenital
• Establish and modify treatment plans of care, in collaboration with physician(s)
• Supervise therapy assistants and guide volunteer network during hippotherapy sessions
• Collaborate with Occupational and Speech therapy in treatment ideas, duration, and effectiveness
• Participate in community events, impacting not-for-profit partnerships
• Provide comprehensive documentation for billing purposes

Requirements

• State license required
• 2-5 years, pediatric experience, preferred
• Basic knowledge of horse safety
• Insatiable love for the outdoors and Flo-Rida style

Physical Demands

• Must be able to tolerate indoor/outdoor temperature changes, all seasons
• Must be able to stand for better part of the day
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to lift, twist, bend, squat, trot, and all other barn tomfoolery

Work Environment

• Mainly outdoors
• Variety of noises, smells, and personalities with parents, horses, and children