Pediatric Physical Therapist

Rise Services, Inc.; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay depending on experience

Job summary

Rise Services, Inc. is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join RISE Pediatric Therapies, providing essential therapy services for children aged birth to three with developmental needs. Responsibilities include evaluations and therapy in a natural environment, teamwork with families and other professionals, and participation in various meetings.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, with experience preferred in pediatric settings. The role offers competitive pay based on experience and requires flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• In‑home and clinical setting experience required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Completion of AzEIP standards of practice for Early Interventionists within three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations, assessments, and ongoing therapy for children.
• Work collaboratively with families and medical providers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and planning.

Skills

Physical therapy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Pediatric experience

Early Intervention standards knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

RISE Pediatric Therapies is a growing organization that provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, helping them to build on their child's strengths, and to enhance and promote the child's growth, development and learning skills in their natural environment.

We are seeking PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST to hire as independent contractors!

Responsibilities include providing evaluations, assessments, and ongoing therapy for children birth to three years of age. Therapists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary core team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on‑going services in collaboration with the child's family, medical providers and other community representatives. Therapists will participate in a variety of meetings such as attending Core Team meetings, one‑on‑one family sessions, and Individual Family Service Plan meetings to name a few. The support and services the Therapists provide are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child. Candidates must be open to a flexible schedule, be willing to work evenings or weekends as needed for service provision to families and travel to attend meetings, training and to provide services in a natural setting in and around the Peoria/Sun City area.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Bilingual English/Spanish skills is a plus but not required.
• In‑home and clinical setting physical therapy experience required; pediatric experience is preferred.
• Completion of the AzEIP standards of practice for Early Interventionists within three years of a start date is required; candidate must possess demonstrative knowledge of AzEIP Policies and Procedures and Team Based Model.
• Meet all prescribed professional requirements and rules of professional conduct as a Physical Therapist, including applicable licensure.
• Candidates must pass background clearance.

Important Notes on Continuing Education

If employed as a licensed, registered, and certified professional Physical Therapist, the practitioner shall complete the continuing education units required to maintain professional credentialing. Services are supported under contract with Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) participating agency.

RISE Pediatric Therapies Offers Competitive Pay Depending On Experience.

If you meet the qualifications on this posting and are interested in joining an amazing team that contributes in making a difference, apply online and include your resume and a cover letter with your application.

Accommodation Requests

• Dedicated fax [phone]
• Dedicated email [e-mail] DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
• US mail - 4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206 – Attn Human Resources
• Dedicated phone [phone] Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.