Physical Therapist - (Early Intervention)

Kelly Pediatric Therapy; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 contracting

Mentorship program

School-Based Academy

Testing tools library

Team website access

Competitive rates

Job summary

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking licensed Physical Therapists to serve in an Early Intervention program for infants and toddlers in the Dover, DE area. The role starts part time with potential to build to a full caseload and requires travel between clients.

Position is 1099 independent contracting with opportunities for on-site and off-site mentorship from Clinical Directors and Team Leaders, plus access to a rich library of testing tools and resources to support educational-based therapy

Qualifications

• Valid state license as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Clearances for Child Abuse, Federal, and State are required.

Responsibilities

• Screen, assess, and evaluate students using appropriate tests and assessment instruments.
• Plan and provide specialized physical therapy techniques to meet IEP goals.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to develop IEPs.
• Evaluate progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan classroom-based activities.
• Collaborate with parents in the physical therapy program.
• Maintain reports and documentation per laws and school policy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of PT practices.

Skills

Screening tests

Assessment

IEP collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Valid state license as Physical Therapist

Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances

Job description

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking Physical Therapists to provide services for a local Early Intervention Program (Infant/Toddler (ages 0-3) in and around Dover, DE.

*This position will start part time and will be able to build to a full caseload as desired.

*Travel is required between clients**

Perks:

• We offer competitive rates with reimbursement for documentation, meeting attendance, and report writing.
  
• This is a 1099 Independent contracting position, allowing for greater flexibility.
  
• Kelly Pediatric Therapy provides consistent on-site and off-site mentorship with Clinical Directors and Team Leaders.
  
• School-Based Academy: We provide the support and community a new School-Based therapist needs to feel comfortable and be successful.
  
• Lending Library: Kelly Pediatric Therapy recognizes the additional expense in providing evaluation materials. We have an extensive library of testing tools and assessments fortherapists to borrow as needed.
  
• Access to our Kelly Pediatric Therapy Team website for supports and resources for innovative programming, school and caseload stability, and team collaboration for professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Screen, assess, and evaluate students using appropriate tests and assessment instruments.
  
• Plan and provide appropriate specialized physical therapy techniques through individual and/or group sessions designed to meet the educational needs of the student consistent with physical therapy goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
  
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to develop IEPs.
  
• Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.
  
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities.
  
• Collaborate with parents in the physical therapy program of their child.
  
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required in accordance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy to include documentation for the need for equipment and materials.
  
• Meet the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines.
  
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy.
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices associated with the Physical Therapy profession.

Company Profile:

Backed by the powerhouse of Kelly, we're a nationwide, leading, pediatric therapy and related-services company, dedicated to quality treatment and provider retention. Each year the number of students receiving related services under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) changes and grows. The need for expert clinicians to serve these students is the catalyst for Kelly Pediatric Therapy's mission to deliver holistic, comprehensive, education-based therapy services. We're proud to partner with providers who share our commitment to helping children thrive (like you). Together we can change the way we help child access their full education and have reach their potential!

Qualifications:

• Valid state license as a Physical Therapist
  
• Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances