Pediatric Physical Therapist

APTA Idaho; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Private practice setting

Job summary

Bloom in Pocatello, Idaho, is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide rehab services to infants, children, and adolescents in a private practice setting. The independent contractor will evaluate and treat pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and mobility challenges.

The ideal candidate embraces evidence-based practice, family-centered care, and collaboration with caregivers. Flexible scheduling and a private-practice environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Idaho license to practice physical therapy.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or other degree meeting Idaho licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pediatric PT evaluations and reassessments.
• Develop individualized plans of care with measurable goals.
• Provide interventions addressing gross motor development, strength, balance, coordination, and mobility.
• Educate caregivers on home exercise programs, transfers, and safety.
• Adapt interventions to each child’s developmental level and family priorities.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with caregivers, physicians, and other professionals.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Clinical reasoning

Documentation

Caregiver education

Education

DPT or equivalent

Idaho PT license

Job description

Bloom is a multi-disciplinary private practice in Pocatello, Idaho. We see patients at the clinic, at home in the community, and teletherapy if desired. This position can be part-time or full-time. Bloom is currently open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays, Days and hours worked are as desired by therapist. Reimbursement is highly competitive.

Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Schedule: Flexible; based on contractor availability and patient needs
Compensation: [Per-visit rate, hourly rate, or percentage of collections]

Position Overview

Bloom is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide individualized physical therapy services to infants, children, and adolescents in a private practice setting. The independent contractor will evaluate and treat pediatric patients with a variety of developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and functional mobility challenges.

The ideal candidate is committed to evidence-based practice, family-centered care, collaboration with caregivers and other professionals, and helping children achieve greater independence and participation in daily activities.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Conduct pediatric physical therapy evaluations and reassessments within the scope of practice.
• Develop individualized plans of care and measurable functional treatment goals.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to address gross motor development, strength, balance, coordination, posture, mobility, gait, endurance, and functional movement.
• Treat children with developmental delays, neuromotor disorders, orthopedic conditions, and other diagnoses appropriate for physical therapy.
• Educate caregivers regarding therapeutic strategies, home exercise programs, positioning, transfers, mobility, and safe participation in daily routines.
• Adapt interventions to meet each child's developmental level, sensory needs, abilities, and family priorities.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment approaches based on clinical findings and response to intervention.
• Coordinate care with caregivers, physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other providers when appropriate and authorized.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, plans of care, and discharge summaries accurately and within required time frames.
• Maintain documentation that supports medical necessity, skilled intervention, measurable progress, and continued treatment when indicated.
• Follow applicable federal and Idaho laws, professional standards, payer requirements, and practice policies relevant to services provided.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Maintain an active Idaho physical therapy license and any required professional liability coverage.
• Follow applicable mandatory reporting requirements and child safety procedures.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professional, respectful, and effective communication with families and practice personnel.
• Participate in care coordination and case discussions as mutually agreed upon.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Provide services consistent with the contractor's clinical judgment and professional scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Idaho license to practice physical therapy.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or other degree meeting applicable Idaho licensure requirements.
• Experience treating infants, children, and adolescents preferred; pediatric experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric motor development, functional mobility, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Strong written documentation, communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Current CPR certification appropriate to the patient population, if required by the practice or applicable payer.
• Ability to meet applicable payer credentialing, background screening, and enrollment requirements.