Pediatric Physical Therapist

The Milestone Mentor; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric therapy is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to join their collaborative team in Lutz, FL. This role focuses on providing hands-on therapy to infants and young children, with an emphasis on family-centered care and a holistic approach. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood development and experience in manual therapy techniques. With a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth into a full-time position, this role offers a supportive work environment where you can flourish while making a positive impact on young lives. If you are enthusiastic about helping children reach their developmental milestones, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Mentorship and training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 1+ years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Active Florida PT, PTA, or OT license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy services to pediatric patients.
• Establish individualized treatment plans and goals.
• Collaborate with other professionals for comprehensive care.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Manual therapy techniques

Strong verbal/written communication

Teamwork skills

Self-starter and independent worker

Education

Active Florida PT, PTA, or OT license

Tools

Documentation technology

Video conferencing tools

Email communication

Job description

Now Hiring: Pediatric Physical Therapist

Join Our Growing Therapy Team in Lutz, FL!

The Milestone Mentor is a specialized clinic in Lutz, FL dedicated to helping infants, children, and families by providing a hands-on, holistic approach to support optimal development and family-centered care. We specialize in helping clients overcome tension-related difficulties, tethered oral tissue release, torticollis, head shape, gross motor delays, and more.

We also offer craniosacral fascia therapy (CFT) to ALL ages!

Position Overview:

The Milestone Mentor is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), or Occupational Therapist (OT) with a passion for hands-on therapy and early childhood development. We are looking for a qualified professional who is enthusiastic about working with children, values a family-centered style, enjoys a collaborative approach with other professionals, and has a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate will have experience treating infants and young children and be skilled in manual therapy, bodywork, or other hands-on techniques.

This position offers a flexible schedule and has strong potential to grow into a full-time caseload quickly based on demand. Candidates must be local to our Lutz, FL clinic, but we will also consider a mobile-based therapist to serve specific parts of the Tampa Bay Area.

We are very intentional in providing a supportive work environment that helps the employees and clients flourish, alike. If you would like to consider joining our team, please submit your resume below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled therapy services to pediatric patients, with a focus on newborns, infants, and toddlers.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of appropriate pediatric diagnoses.
• Establish individualized treatment plans and goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation in a timely manner.
• Use hands-on techniques such as manual therapy, myofascial release, or other bodywork modalities.
• Educate families and caregivers on home exercises and developmental support.
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Ability to navigate technology (documentation, video conference, email, etc).
• Self-starter and independent worker.

What We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
• Mentorship and training in our unique treatment style.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Required: Pediatric experience (1+ years preferred).
• Preferred: Experience in manual therapy techniques such as Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, or other bodywork.
• Active Florida PT, PTA, or OT license.
• Proof of professional liability insurance upon start date (required).
• Passion for working with infants and young children.
• Strong verbal/written communication and teamwork skills.
• Mobile-based therapist applicants serving Tampa Bay will be considered.
• Part-time to start, with expected growth to full-time, if desired.

Pay range: $45.00/hr - $60.00/hr, dependent on experience, proficiency, etc.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider