Home-Based Physical Therapist – Early Intervention

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a Physical Therapist to provide home-based therapy through Indiana\'s Early Intervention Program (First Steps). You will work with children birth to three and collaborate with families in their natural environment to support gross motor and developmental goals.

Role involves education of caregivers, coordination with a multidisciplinary team, and developmental assessments, with IU Health offering a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy or a Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Physical Therapy completed before 2016.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Indiana.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Credentialing for early interventionist may be required.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department policies.

Responsibilities

• Provides home-based, direct therapy intervention and consultative services to patients.
• Addresses gross motor skills, mobility and physical development in Early Intervention (First Steps).
• Educates caregivers on exercises, techniques and strategies to support development.
• Completes developmental assessments and refers for medical or other professional services as needed.
• Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.

Skills

Experience level 0-3 years

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (before 2016)

Tools

Basic Life Support (AHA)

Job description

Indiana University Health seeks a Physical Therapist to provide home-based therapy through Indiana\'s Early Intervention Program (First Steps). You will work with children birth to three and collaborate with families in their natural environment to support gross motor and developmental goals.

Role involves education of caregivers, coordination with a multidisciplinary team, and developmental assessments, with IU Health offering a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities.