Pediatric Physical Therapist

Riverside Community Care; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Pediatric Physical Therapist in Early Intervention! This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families through home-based services. You'll be responsible for coordinating treatment plans focusing on gross motor skills and adaptive equipment. With a full-time schedule and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for new graduates eager to start their careers in a rewarding environment. Experience a culture that values diversity and inclusion while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a respectful workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Eleven paid holidays

Vacation, personal, and sick time accrual

Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Plan

Employee referral bonus

Discounts to events and entertainment

YMCA membership discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in early intervention and special needs populations preferred.
• University Degree in Physical Therapy and Massachusetts Licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental assessments and fulfill coordination duties.
• Lead group activities and maintain an individual caseload.

Skills

Experience in early intervention

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Knowledge of basic computer systems

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, sit, reach, crawl

Education

University Degree in Physical Therapy

Eligible for or Current Massachusetts Licensure as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Riverside Community Care

Love what you do!

Pediatric Physical Therapist - Early Intervention

We encourage new graduates to apply!

Great opportunity for a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our dynamic, professional, multidisciplinary team in a supportive family-focused environment! The Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) participates on a multidisciplinary team within the Early Intervention (EI) program providing home-based services to children (0-3 years) and their families. The PT is responsible for coordinating gross motor, handling, positioning, and adaptive equipment aspects of the child's treatment plan.

Other Responsibilities include:

• Conducts developmental assessments
• Fulfills coordination duties
• Leads and supports group activities
• Maintains an individual caseload

Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours

• Part-Time and Fee For Service hours also available!

Pay Range: $64,613/salaried to $78,611/salaried depending on years of experience

Why You'll Love Riverside:
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
• Eleven paid holidays
• Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
• Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
• Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
• Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee

Learn more about our benefits and culture:

Our Benefits

Our Culture

Hear what employees think about working for Riverside!

Required Skills:

• Experience in early intervention, special needs populations, or early childhood preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of basic computer systems
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation or ability to access public transportation
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, sit, reach, crawl, and maneuver with infants and toddlers exercising constant changes of position and movement

Required Experience:

• University Degree in Physical Therapy
• Eligible for or Current Massachusetts Licensure as a Physical Therapist

Riverside Community Care is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from culturally diverse applicants. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.