Pediatric Physical Therapist

Connect Pediatrics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Mileage Stipend

Growth Allowance

401K

Disability Insurance

Paid Training

Supervision Pay

Chromebook

Job summary

Connect Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our Houston, TX-based home care team. You will perform evaluations and develop in-home treatment plans for a wide range of pediatric diagnoses in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and families.

You will maintain comprehensive documentation and provide regular progress updates, while engaging with families and mentoring PTAs under state regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• MUST have a valid, active Physical Therapist license in the state of Texas
• Current BLS/CPR License
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and automotive insurance
• Pediatric experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations, using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients' needs for therapy.
• Use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physician's orders.
• Provide in-home therapy services for pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
• Engage with patients' families, providing them with regular communication and updates on goals for their child.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including other therapy disciplines, physicians, and nurses, to develop holistic treatment plans that address the diverse needs of each patient
• Maintain comprehensive documentation that reflects the care provided and communicates changes in treatment plans to the entire healthcare team.
• Actively participate in one-on-one meetings with team leads to discuss patient progress, share insights, and refine treatment strategies collaboratively.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policies

Skills

Pediatric therapy

In-home care

Family communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Connect Pediatrics is looking for a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team in the Houston, Texas area. As a part of our team, you will play a vital role in collaboratively ensuring that pediatric patients receive comprehensive and well-coordinated care in the comfort of their own homes. Clinicians at Connect don't just provide treatments, they build lasting relationships with their patients and families. Benefits (available for part and full-time):

• Medical Insurance*(full-time only)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off*(full-time only)
• Mileage Stipend
• Annual Growth Allowance*(full-time only)
• 401K
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Training
• Supervision pay
• Chromebook

Why Connect Pediatrics is the best place to work!

• Competitive Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling & clustered treatment areas
• One-on-one training and mentoring support
• Fully electronic documentation and admission paperwork completed by office team
• Community and Connection - A supportive work culture that values collaboration & teamwork

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations, using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients' needs for therapy.
• Use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physician's orders.
• Provide in-home therapy services for pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
• Engage with patients' families, providing them with regular communication and updates on goals for their child.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including other therapy disciplines, physicians, and nurses, to develop holistic treatment plans that address the diverse needs of each patient
• Maintain comprehensive documentation that reflects the care provided and communicates changes in treatment plans to the entire healthcare team.
• Actively participate in one-on-one meetings with team leads to discuss patient progress, share insights, and refine treatment strategies collaboratively.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policies

About Connect Pediatrics: Connect

Pediatrics is a leading provider of pediatric home healthcare services for medically fragile and special needs children. What makes Connect special is our people and the people we serve! Our mission is to provide support and stability to families of medically fragile children by not only delivering exceptional care, but also creating a collaborative environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our team works hard to carry out the values that drive us to succeed in fulfilling our mission.
Connect Pediatrics is an equal-opportunity employer.

Requirements

MUST have:

• A valid, active Physical Therapist license in the state of Texas
• Current BLS/CPR License
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and automotive insurance
• Pediatric experience is preferred but not required