Pediatric Physical Therapist *SIGN ON BONUS*

KidsCare Home Health; Canton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health is looking for a passionate Physical Therapist to join their team. This role offers the unique opportunity to provide therapy services to children with special needs in a comfortable home setting. With a strong focus on work-life balance, you can choose your caseload and schedule, ensuring your professional life aligns with your personal needs. The company emphasizes mentorship and career growth, making it an ideal environment for those who want to make a real difference in their community while enjoying a supportive workplace culture. If you are dedicated to pediatric care and want to thrive in a fulfilling role, this opportunity is perfect 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 state license required.
• Pediatric clinical and home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical Thinking

Public Speaking

Detail Orientation

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Current State-Issued Professional License

CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

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 to include 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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 instruction and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
• 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.
• Over two-thirds of time is spent using hands, fingers, and will handle, feel, talk, and hear.
• Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting.
• Moderate physical activity performing strenuous activities of a therapy nature.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements.
• Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).

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