Physical Therapist - Pediatric Outpatient

Napa Center Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Personal time off

Wellness stipend

Professional development allowance

Step program for clinical advancement

Family support program

International opportunities

Job summary

NAPA Center is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to assess and treat infants through adolescents, focusing on motor skill development and functional capacity. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to tailor interventions, document progress, and support families in home programs.

The role requires a degree in Physical Therapy, state licensure, and pediatric experience preferred. Expect dedicated documentation time, professional development, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in Physical Therapy or similar from an accredited university.
• 2+ years post-graduate PT experience preferred, pediatric exposure ideal.
• Background clearance with DOJ and FBI.
• TB test clearance.
• CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the relevant state.
• Ability to communicate confidently with clients and other medical professionals.
• Demonstrated professional empathy and appropriate boundaries with clients and families.
• Accurate and timely documentation in line with policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat motor, functional, and sensory impairments in pediatric clients.
• Use standardized tools to determine treatment plans.
• Apply neurodevelopmental, sensory integration, motor learning, and biomechanical approaches.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on goals and age.
• Provide hands-on PT, including exercises, gait training, and stretching.
• Maintain documentation and write evaluations and progress reports.
• Train patients and caregivers in assistive devices and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team to support progress.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to clinical practices.

Skills

Communication with clients and medical

Empathy

Documentation discipline

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science or Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Physical Therapists at NAPA Center provide specialized services to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents, focusing on the development, enhancement, or restoration of motor skills and functional capacity. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team to treat conditions that impair physical development and motor function. Physical Therapists at NAPA play an integral part in creating tailored interventions that address each client’s specific needs while fostering professional empathy and rapport with clients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat motor deficits, functional impairments, and sensory impairments primarily in the pediatric population.
• Utilize a variety of standardized tools and clinical measures to determine treatment plans.
• Apply multiple therapeutic approaches, including neurodevelopmental, sensory integration, motor learning, and biomechanical frameworks.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on client goals, age, and medical/physical conditions.
• Provide hands-on physical therapy techniques, including tailored exercises, gait training, and stretching to improve motor function.
• Maintain impeccable documentation. Therapists have a dedicated documentation hour built into their schedule each day and are expected to use this time for report writing, including but not limited to evaluations, progress reports, school district annual IEP reports, and assistive technology. Therapists are expected to ensure that treatment notes are recorded accurately and timely in the electronic health record system, according to the policies of NAPA Center.
• Train patients and caregivers in the use of assistive technology, orthotic, or prosthetic devices to support daily function.
• Prescribe home exercise programs to encourage progress and skill retention outside of therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with caregivers and families to promote continued development and progress in the community.
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team, contributing to comprehensive, client-centered care.
• Actively engage in professional development, attending continuing education opportunities both within and outside of the organization.
• Provide input on the development of clinical practices and procedures to enhance therapy services.
• Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards while maintaining appropriate licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment for clients, families, and colleagues, promoting well-being and professional growth.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications include completion of at least a Bachelor of Applied Science or Physical Therapy degree, from an accredited University.
• Strong clinical experience - at least 2 years post graduate physical therapy experience preferred, preferably in a pediatric setting with exposure to children and/or young adults with complex disabilities.
• Background clearance with DOJ and FBI.
• TB test clearance.
• CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Current registration with the appropriate licensing board.
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with clients and other medical professionals.
• Display a level of professional empathy towards clients and the ability to develop rapport.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and their families.
• Exercise discipline by completing all documentation, reporting requirements and training in an accurate and timely manner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, in addition to non-medical options such as hospital indemnity and critical illness.
• Paid time off accruals immediately upon start.
• Personal time (12 hours annually to be used for appointments that cannot be made outside of work hours).
• Wellness program with stipend to be used for an appointment that focuses on physical and mental wellness.
• Professional development allowance of $500 upon each year of qualifying service, with the ability to roll to the next year, up to $1,000 total.
• Step program that allows for increased clinical skills and additional compensation during the annual review for each level achieved.
• Growing families program that allows increased compensation for 1 - 2 years following the birth or adoption of child.
• International opportunities in London and Australia.
• 12-week training opportunities and ongoing mentorship throughout employment.
• Step program that allows for increased clinical skills and additional compensation during the annual review for each level achieved.

Company Values

All NAPA Center employees must demonstrate the company’s core values which include:

• Love - NAPA's foundation is grounded in the deep love parents have for their children. Together, we strive to infuse kindness and care into our actions and words, creating a supportive community built upon love.
• Hope - We believe in the potential of every child and are committed to offering unwavering support to our families, guiding them toward success, and inspiring hope.
• Share - We strive toward progress and connection through continuous collaboration among team members, as well as with our clients and their families.
• Grow - Embrace evolution, active engagement, and perpetual pursuit of knowledge from our clients, colleagues, and industry. By doing so, we are committed to providing the most advanced and effective therapy, ensuring the continual improvement of our services.

Physical Demands

Good physical health and fitness, including the ability to frequently perform, daily, the following movements over a 6-8 hour period without experiencing pain or abnormal fatigue:

• Lift, push or pull up to and including 50 pounds with hands and wrists as therapeutic handling is manually intensive
• Independently pivot or standing transfer max A patients up to 85 pounds
• Independently offer contact guard assistance for ambulatory patients of up to 125 pounds
• Maintain extended periods of standing and/or sitting on the floor for up to 7 hours per day