Physical Therapist - Pediatric

About the Role

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is seeking an Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide care to a varied pediatric caseload from 0 through 13 years old. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary pediatric care team and support growing programs, including the Childhood Obesity clinic, Early Intervention, and Infant Mental Health.

Join an existing integrated care team that is collaborative and dedicated to the young patients they serve.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients referred to physical therapy, as well as the Childhood Obesity clinic and Early Intervention.
• Performs evaluations according to each patient’s needs, physician recommendations, and specific program guidelines/protocols.
• Communicates with patients and/or parents/caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals.
• Provides home program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure carryover to the home environment.
• Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in treatment sessions.
• Provides treatment to assigned patients in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
• Designs appropriate and effective treatment plans while working within the scope of practice at all times.
• Monitors progress of treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments; conducts re-evaluations when indicated.
• Consults with physicians, allied health professionals, and other team members.
• Participates in case conferencing meetings and program planning meetings.
• Facilitates training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable.
• Communicates regularly with Referral Specialist, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff.
• Makes recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal programs and outside agencies when appropriate.
• Makes recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise.
• Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards and insurance requirements.
• Provides treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites to increase patients’ ability to access care.

Requirements

• California State licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training.
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist preferred.
• Pediatric-specific experience required; experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred.
• Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law (limits of $100,000 recommended). An acceptable driving record is also required.
• California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis.

Mileage and other reimbursements are governed by policy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with excellent benefits.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, extended sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and life insurance.
• Employee discounts and wellness programs.
• $1000 CME reimbursement, 24 hours of CME time off, and a MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training.
• License renewal fee reimbursement.
• Possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $100,000.00 - $128,103.00.