Physical Therapist - Pediatric

Family Health Centers of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

$1000 CME reimbursement

Job summary

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is seeking an Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to serve children from 0 to 13 years old. You will join a multidisciplinary pediatric care team, supporting Childhood Obesity, Early Intervention, and Infant Mental Health programs.

The role requires a PT degree, California licensure or eligibility, and experience in pediatrics. Bilingual English-Spanish is preferred. Travel between sites is occasionally required.

Qualifications

• PT degree from an accredited program.
• 2 years of PT experience preferred.
• Pediatric experience and early intervention preferred.
• Current California PT licensure or eligibility.
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred to PT, including the Childhood Obesity and Early Intervention programs.
• Develop and adjust evaluation and treatment plans with goals.
• Educate patients/parents on home exercise programs and treatment goals.
• Provide therapy sessions and monitor progress; adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and other care team members and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

CPR/BLS certified

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral PT degree

Job description

For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.

Position Overview

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is currently recruiting for an Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide care to a varied pediatric caseload from 0 through 13 years old. This is an exciting opportunity for pediatric physical therapists who are interested in joining a multidisciplinary pediatric care team and support our growing programs for Childhood Obesity clinic, as well as Early Intervention and Infant Mental Health. Join an existing integrated care team that is collaborative and extremely dedicated to the young patients they serve!

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients referred to physical therapy, as well as the Childhood Obesity clinic, and Early Intervention.
• Performs evaluation according to each patient’s needs, physician recommendations, and specific program guidelines/protocols.
• Communicates with patient and/or parents/caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals.
• Provides home program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure carryover to the home environment.
• Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in the treatment sessions.
• Provides treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
• Designs an appropriate and effective treatment plan and work within scope of practice at all times.
• Monitors progress of treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments.
• Conducts re-evaluations when indicated.
• Consults with Physician, allied health professionals, and other team members.
• Participates in case conferencing meeting and in program planning meetings.
• Facilitates training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable.
• Communicates regularly with Referral Specialist, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff.
• Makes recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal programs, as well as outside agencies when appropriate.
• Makes recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required.
• 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist preferred.
• Pediatric specific experience required and experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (or eligibility to obtain licensure) is required.
• Candidates must maintain all applicable certifications and continuing education requirements necessary to practice in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training.
• Bilingual English-Spanish is preferred.
• Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended.
• An acceptable driving record is also required.
• California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis.
• Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.

Rewards

• Job type: Regular Full Time
• Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
• $1000 CME reimbursement
• 24 hours of CME time off
• MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training
• License renewal fee reimbursement
• Possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility
• Enjoy an industry leading benefits package that includes $1000 CME reimbursement, 24 hours of CME time off, MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training, license renewal fee reimbursement, and the possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility.

Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)

We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $100,000.00 - $128,103.00

Equal Employment Opportunities

FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

Family Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking.

About Us

Founded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved. We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country.