Physical Therapist- Fee For Service

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

403(b) retirement plan

Discount Program

Life Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Professional Development

Referral bonus

Employer-paid CPR training

Job summary

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide personalized therapy for children and young adults. The ideal candidate will assist patients in reaching their functional potential through comprehensive assessment and intervention. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Required qualifications include a degree and PA license, pediatric experience, and CPR certification. Benefits include a retirement plan, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with a pediatric population.
• Must be able to move children and equipment weighing 10–50 pounds.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid required.
• Act 33/34 clearances; FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and disabilities using objective tests.
• Develops treatment plans in collaboration with patient/family.
• Prepares for discharge during treatment when indicated.
• Assesses need for assistive technology appropriate for patients.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Coaching skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with PA license

Master’s Degree with PA license

DPT with PA license

Job description

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

1405 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Schedule

Fee for Service, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, weekdays

About The Team

At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we provide personalized, family‑centered children’s physical therapy for infants through young adults. Our physical therapists have specialized expertise and training related to the impact that growth and development have on treating physical injuries, orthopedic conditions, and medical complexities. We know how to help kids get back to being kids.

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT) assists patients in reaching their maximum functional potential through comprehensive assessment and intervention services. Infant, pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients are served. The PT participates in interdisciplinary treatment programs, collaborates and consults with others to facilitate therapy delivery, administers necessary procedures, and participates in training activities for family members and other professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and disabilities, identifies impairments using objective tests, measures, or standardized assessment tools.
• Identifies measurable functional goals and develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the patient/family.
• Implements the treatment plan of care and adjusts goals and interventions as needed.
• Uses objective data to assess the patient’s frequency and duration of care to optimize therapy benefit, considering clinical and financial factors.
• Prepares for discharge during treatment and initiates discharge when indicated.
• Assesses need for assistive technology appropriate for patient and family.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree with a PA license, Master’s Degree with a PA license, or DPT with a PA license.
• One year of experience with a pediatric population.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to move children and equipment weighing 10–50 pounds.
• Must be able to transition from sitting to standing, kneeling, and squatting.
• Must be able to walk up and down stairs, occasionally carrying equipment.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid required.
• Act 33/34 clearances; FBI clearance.

Benefits Summary

• Sick Time
• 403(b) retirement plan – pre‑tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
• Discount Program – fitness, gyms, health, travel, apparel, cell phone, pets, cars, electronics, flowers, home items, and appliances; tickets to movies, theatres, concerts, and theme parks
• Life Assistance Program: legal, financial, and behavioral counseling; identity theft
• Wellness Programs
• Meditation & mindfulness – virtual
• Credit Union
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non‑profit
• Student Loan Refinancing Program – free consultation
• Professional Development/CEU’s
• Emergency Fund Program
• Lactation & comfort rooms
• Referral bonus
• Team member recognition events
• CPR, employer paid
• Travel mileage reimbursement at federal rate

The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. The Children’s Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.