Pediatric Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health; Texas (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide essential therapy services in a home health setting. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on children's lives while enjoying a balanced work-life environment. With a focus on professional development and a supportive leadership team, you will have the opportunity to create your own schedule, manage your caseload, and contribute to a culture that prioritizes ethical practices and therapist well-being. If you're passionate about pediatrics and want to thrive in a nurturing environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K

Professional development funds

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physical Therapy and relevant licenses required.
• Pediatric clinical experience is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and conduct physical therapy for pediatric patients.
• Coordinate patient care and maintain communication with families.

Skills

Pediatric clinical experience

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Current state-issued professional license

CPR certification

Tools

Database management

Job description

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KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist-owned and operated home health company. We are seeking to immediately hire a Physical Therapist. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. If you have a passion for working with pediatrics and making a difference in your community, while enjoying work-life balance, KidsCare is the place for you!

Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and by adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels. We have also redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire; your success is our focus!

At KidsCare we desire to work with individuals who embody the values of the organization which together create our C.A.R.E. culture. In return we offer a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off, 401K, professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.

What Sets Us Apart

• Therapist Owned/Operated - We understand your challenges firsthand.
• Ethically Centered - Our clients and therapists are our top priority.
• Work Life Balance - Choose your caseload size based on your lifestyle needs.
• Create Your Own Schedule - Choose patients and treatment times.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients within the home health setting. They will direct the patient and the caregiver in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and/or enhance performance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
• Provide clinical treatment to patients including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming and discharge planning.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
• Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to therapeutic process.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
• Consult with physician on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Perform internal and external public education functions which may include periodic in-service presentations.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Attend Continuing Education activities and expand scope of service.
• Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
• Participate in the mentoring of students and new hires.
• Actively participate in professional organization and activities.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
• Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education And Work Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current state-issued professional license.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• CPR certification.
• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Other Qualifications And Skills

• Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems with a variety of variables.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands/Working Environment

• Spends one-third to two-thirds of time in standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling activities.
• Uses hands, fingers, and handles objects, talks, and hears frequently.
• Works in diverse indoor residential or childcare settings.
• Performs moderate physical activities related to therapy.
• Must be able to lift at least twenty-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Works in a moderate noise environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.