Pediatric Physical Therapist

Center for Pediatric Therapies; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Pediatric Therapies in Lynchburg is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat children requiring rehabilitation services. You will provide direct patient care, document patients' conditions, and educate families on therapy methods.

The ideal candidate must have graduated from an accredited school and possess a Virginia license as a Physical Therapist. Experience in pediatric therapy is preferred. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to children's health.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school.
• Current Virginia license or in application process.
• Experience in pediatric physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and document condition.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.

Skills

Pediatric physical therapy

Patient care assessment

Documentation

Collaboration with multidisciplinary team

Education

Graduation from an accredited school

Current Virginia license as a Physical Therapist

Current CPR certification

Job description

The Center for Pediatric Therapies (CPT) is a full service rehabilitation clinic serving children from birth through age 21 in Southside Virginia. CPT offers a multidisciplinary approach to treat a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and developmental disorders. Our services are delivered in the most appropriate environment for the child, whether that is in the home, daycare, school, or one of our kid-friendly outpatient clinics in Danville, Lynchburg, South Boston or Martinsville, Virginia.

Job Description

The Pediatric Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation treatment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes; providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. As well, the Physical Therapist Assistant must document and record the patient’s condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy methods. The PT collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including OTs, SLPs, and teachers.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school
• Current Virginia license as a Physical Therapist or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license
• Experience in pediatric physical therapy (preferred, not required)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.