Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Independent Contractor

The Children's Home of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A pediatric care facility in Pittsburgh seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapist Contract Worker to deliver Early Intervention services for children from birth to age 3. This role requires flexibility in scheduling, collaboration with various therapy professionals, and a commitment to evidence-based practices. Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience in pediatric therapy and maintain a valid Pennsylvania license. The position includes a minimum of eight hours of direct patient care per day, with the potential for administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with the pediatric population, ideally with Early Intervention.
• Must effectively communicate and work with staff and patients.
• Ability to perform physical therapy for a minimum of eight hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and provide Early Intervention services to patients.
• Document treatment adherence to policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the medical team on patient needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Physical therapy protocols

Decision making

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Current Physical Therapy License in Pennsylvania

Tools

Medical equipment

Computer software for documentation

Job description

Description

The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh is seeking Pediatric Physical Therapist Contract Workers to join us in providing Early Intervention home based services to patients birth to age 3 in Allegheny County and/or Butler County. The PT will be responsible to implement EI services according to child IFSP.

Therapists will have the ability to determine availability and schedule. Therapists will have the opportunity to collaborate with other physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, and developmental specialists. Office space will be available as needed for administrative tasks related to caseload. Candidatesmust live in the Pittsburgh or surrounding areas.

Requirements

Essential Functions

1. Must have the flexibility to schedule early intervention patients on evenings and weekends as needed.
2. Provides Speech Language Therapy services to patients of all programs and external contracts.
3. Speech Language Therapy treatment consists of evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, consultation, documentation, follow up and discharge planning.
4. Evaluates and determines need for augmentative/alternative communication devices.
5. Collaborates with medical team to evaluate and determine the need for adaptive feeding equipment and plan.
6. Demonstrates awareness and ability to implement Speech Therapy treatment following all necessary safety precautions for self and patient.
7. Ensure required documentation is completed for all patients within specific timeframe.
8. The treatment provided is consistent with best practice, evidence-based practice, and adheres to all policies, procedures, and HIPAA.
9. Ensures clear communication between the therapist and patient/family or other members of the medical team.
10. Attends and participates in mandatory staff meetings.
11. Demonstrate independence in professional growth through continuing education or other sources such as workshops, seminars, etc.
12. Participates in the clinical education of students as appropriate.
13. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills and Abilities Required

1. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with 3-5 years of experience with the pediatric population. Early Intervention experience preferred.
2. Maintains current Physical Therapy License in the State of Pennsylvania.
3. Capacity to develop proficiency in the performance of various treatment protocols.
4. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively communicate and work with all staff including other therapists and members of the medical team.
5. Must have working knowledge of computers to complete documentation electronically and in a timely manner.

Functional Requirements

1. Must be able to perform Physical Therapy services a minimum of eight hours per day.
2. Ability to sustain moderate physical activities including but not limited to getting on and off dynamic therapy equipment, sitting and moving on the floor, kneeling, and standing up numerous times, ability to hand suspended equipment from ceiling hooks, ability to move children in and out of developmental positions, ability to transfer children to wheelchairs, beds, cars, etc.
3. Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds independently.
4. Ability to communicate information in a professional and courteous manner with other staff and families.
5. Manual dexterity necessary to operate medical equipment, computer, telephone system, and other equipment.
6. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or access other means of transportation in order to travel locally for business related to The Children’s Home.
7. Displays strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
8. Demonstrates professional behaviors.