Physical Therapist (PT)

Liberty Resources/Liberty POST; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Mentoring

CEU courses

Flexible scheduling

Direct deposit

Job summary

Liberty POST in Western New York is seeking motivated Early Childhood Physical Therapists (PT) for part-time and/or full-time roles to serve birth-5-year-olds through Early Intervention and CPSE/ CSE programs.

Responsibilities include evaluating progress, adjusting treatment plans, documenting in EMR, and collaborating with families and a diverse professional team. We offer health benefits, retirement, mentoring, CEU access, flexible scheduling, and biweekly direct deposit.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist in NY with current license.
• Experience in early childhood preferred.
• Willingness to work with EI/CPSE settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using EMR.
• Proficient at writing detailed analyses and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of child’s records and documents.
• Follow state laws and regulations related to EI and CPSE/ CSE services.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Education

New York State licensure in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR system

MS Word

Job description

Liberty POST is currently seeking motivated and energetic Early Childhood Physical Therapists (PT) for part-time and/or full-time employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available throughout Western New York.

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994. Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout New York State and Indiana. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Current New York State Licensure and/or Certification in Physical Therapy
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with working with computer systems
• Valid Driver’s License
• Early Childhood Experience
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits for this position:

• Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions
• Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws
• Mentoring is offered to all providers
• Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE
• Flexible scheduling
• Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference
• Payment is biweekly with direct deposit

Job Type: Part-time, Full-time

Pay Rate: EI

• EI 30 minutes: $43
• EI Family Training/Family Support 30 minutes: $42
• EI 60 minutes: $58
• EI Family Training/Family Support 60 minutes: $57
• Evaluation: $110

Pay Rate: CPSE

• CPSE SEIS 60 minutes: $44
• CPSE 30 minutes: $37
• CPSE 60 minutes: $72
• Evaluation: $110

Liberty POST is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.