Early Intervention Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, or [...]

Shelby American, Inc.; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric therapy provider is hiring for multiple early intervention therapist roles, including Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Developmental Interventionists. This hybrid position involves evaluating and treating children with developmental needs in both natural environments and clinic settings, with a strong focus on individualized care and family collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Life & disability insurance

Professional liability insurance provided

Mentorship programs

Bonuses and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating and treating children from birth to age 3 is crucial.
• Must hold a relevant and unrestricted license for practice.
• Documentation skills to maintain accurate progress records are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients aged birth to 3 years.
• Collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Implement therapeutic strategies in various settings including homes and clinics.

Skills

Evaluating children

Developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)

Documentation and tracking progress

Education

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Masters degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Bachelors degree with IECE certification

Job description

Description

Early Intervention Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Developmental Interventionist

Location: Hybrid: Natural environment and/or clinic

Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time.

At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don’t just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).

What Makes APT Different?

We do things differently, and it shows.

• Client-Focused Care = No cookie cutter plans
• Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach
• Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
• Run by Clinicians = You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.
• Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too!
• Bonuses + Growth Opportunities: Your work is valued, and your goals matter.
• Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered.
• Clinician Run Company: You’ll be supported by people who get the work you do.

What You’ll Do:

• The primary responsibility of a Kentucky Early Intervention System (KEIS; formerly “First Steps”) provider is to evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients between the ages of birth and three years with needs in the areas of physical, social-emotional, self-help, communication, and cognitive development.
• KEIS Providers at APT, while working primarily in children’s natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers, etc.) also have the opportunity to work in other APT offices and contract locations, depending on the counties/areas served.
• PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Developmental Interventionists interested in any of these settings can apply for this position.

KEIS Provider Essential Duties and Responsibilities (all disciplines):

• Work closely with patients’ caregivers and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) through a Coaching Model. Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
• Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
• Maintains professional/technical competencies and proficiencies for job responsibilities and upholds federal/state licensure and ethical expectations.

KEIS Physical Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:

• Examines and evaluates children from birth to age 3 with a variety of congenital and orthopedic conditions to improve mobility through skilled gross motor interventions including but not limited to gait training, equipment and orthotic management, neuromuscular re-education, and therapeutic exercises.
• Our ideal candidate holds a doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

KEIS Occupational Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Evaluate children from birth to age 3 for fine motor development, visual motor development, sensory processing and modulation differences, executive functioning skills, and more in order to determine impact on activities of daily living (ADLs), rest and sleep, education, play, leisure, and social participation.
• Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Occupational Therapy and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

KEIS Speech-Language Pathologist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:

• Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for speech, language, oral motor, voice, fluency, articulation, or social communication disorders to achieve highest level of functioning and prevent regression.
• Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

KEIS Developmental Interventionist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:

• Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for cognitive and social interaction skills to achieve highest level of functioning and to prevent regression.
• Our ideal candidate holds a bachelors degree and an interdisciplinary early childhood education (IECE) certificate, a probationary or emergency IECE certificate, or a valid statement of eligibility for IECE certification issued by the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board, Division of Certification.

Requirements

See why we are proud to work at APT:

Watch the Video:

https://youtu.be/sAaIFxeMmaU

More info available at:

http://www.kidtherapy.org/careers

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.