Physical Therapist-Early Intervention

TheraCare Queens; New York (NY); On-site; USD 93,676 - 100,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive rates

Ongoing professional development

Clinical supervision available

Job summary

TheraCare Queens is seeking a Physical Therapist for Early Intervention services, specializing in supporting children from birth to 3 years with developmental delays. The role involves evaluating and treating young children, creating personalized treatment plans, and educating families to aid in their development.

Ideal candidates possess a current NYS license, a degree in physical therapy, and preferably experience in pediatrics. Flexible scheduling with competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Current NYS license and registration as a Physical Therapist.
• Degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience in pediatrics or early childhood preferred.
• Strong understanding of motor development and family-centered practices.
• Ability to work independently in varied home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and provide physical therapy to children ages 0–3.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate families on activities to promote developmental progress.
• Document services and maintain records per NYC EI standards.
• Participate in IFSP meetings and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Understanding of motor development

Family-centered practices

Experience in pediatrics

Ability to work independently

Reliable transportation

Education

Degree from an accredited physical therapy program

Current NYS license and registration as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Early Intervention

Location: Queens–NY

Company: TheraCare

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Hourly, & Fee-for-Service

Pay: $68.00-$73.00

About TheraCare

TheraCare has been a trusted provider of Early Intervention services across all five boroughs of New York City for over 30 years. Our mission is to support children (birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays by providing high-quality physical therapy services in home and community-based settings. We are currently seeking Physical Therapists who are passionate about pediatric development and family‑centered care.

Position Overview

As a Physical Therapist in the Early Intervention program, you will deliver therapeutic services to infants and toddlers with gross motor delays or physical challenges. You’ll work in natural environments to help children improve strength, mobility, balance, and coordination, while coaching families to support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and provide physical therapy to children ages 0–3.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IFSP goals.
• Educate families on home activities to promote developmental progress.
• Document services and maintain timely records in compliance with NYC EI standards.
• Participate in IFSP meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Utilize clinical judgment to adjust interventions based on child response and progress.
• Flexible scheduling and borough‑specific caseload assignments.
• Competitive rates for direct services and evaluations.
• Mobile‑friendly documentation platform.
• Ongoing professional development and CEU support.
• Clinical supervision and support available.
• Referral and retention bonus opportunities.
• Current NYS license and registration as a Physical Therapist.
• Degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience in pediatrics or early childhood preferred.
• Strong understanding of motor development and family‑centered practices.
• Ability to work independently in varied home and community settings.
• Reliable transportation to service clients across assigned borough.
• Hand dexterity ability (ability to operate mobile device, smart phone, computer).
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel to various locations on a near daily basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

What we Offer

• Flexible scheduling and borough‑specific caseload assignments.
• Competitive rates for direct services and evaluations.
• Mobile‑friendly documentation platform.
• Ongoing professional development and CEU support.
• Clinical supervision and support available.
• Referral and retention bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current NYS license and registration as a Physical Therapist.
• Degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience in pediatrics or early childhood preferred.
• Strong understanding of motor development and family‑centered practices.
• Ability to work independently in varied home and community settings.
• Reliable transportation to service clients across assigned borough.

Physical Requirements

• Hand dexterity ability (ability to operate mobile device, smart phone, computer).
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel to various locations on a near daily basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

*Rates are determined based on a combination of factors such as experience level, assignment location, service setting, and applicable program guidelines.