Physical Therapist - Independent Contractor

Paycom; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site sessions

Paid note writing time on site

Collaborative atmosphere

Meaningful child impact

Job summary

UCP Long Island is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist for the Children’s Center in Commack. The role includes evaluating students referred by CSE/CPSE, and implementing physical therapy plans with a physician's script oversight by the Clinical Supervisor.

The position offers on-site sessions, paid note-writing time, and a collaborative team environment where you can make a meaningful difference in a child's life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited program.
• Licensure as Physical Therapist is required.
• Two years of pediatric/rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students with orthopedic, neuro-physiological, or developmental deficits as directed by Clinical Supervisor.
• Formulate a treatment program based on evaluation data.
• Provide treatment using physical agents, exercise, stretching, and joint mobilization.
• Communicate procedures to parents, teachers, and staff.
• Attend staff meetings to discuss student care and progress.
• Document status and progress thoroughly and timely.

Skills

Pediatric rehabilitation

Communication with parents/teachers

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

UCP Long Island is a not-for-profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our over 75-year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People with Disabilities!We currently contract/per diem Pediatric Physical Therapist positions for our Children’s Center located in Commack. Full time employment positions with benefits also available. You will be responsible for the evaluation and treatment of those students who have been referred to by CSE/CPSE, and a physician's script has been obtained and assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.We give you:All sessions on one sitePaid note writing time on siteCollaborative atmosphereAbility to make a difference in a child's lifeIn this role, you will:Evaluate students with orthopedic, neuro-physiological, and/or developmental deficits, upon assignment by the Clinical Supervisor.Formulate a treatment program based on data learned through the evaluation process.Handle the treatment of these students using physical agents, appropriate exercise, stretching, joint mobilization, or other therapeutic techniques.Communicate therapeutic procedures to parents, teachers, and other staff members.Attend meetings with other staff members to convey and receive information concerning student care.Participate in in-services.Record student status, therapeutic interventions recommended, and progress noted through proper note writing.Consult with equipment technicians and other dealers.Measure and arrive at appropriate specifications for appliances prescribed by the physicians.Provide a safe, supervised, nurturing environment for the students we serve.Complete all required documentation and paperwork in a thorough and timely fashion..Ensure that updated and accurate prescriptions are maintained for each student on their current caseload.We require:Bachelor's degree or higher from a college or university accredited by APTANYS Licensure as Physical TherapistTwo years of \"pediatric/rehabilitation\" experience preferredPhysical Therapist, for immediate consideration, please apply now!UCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.