Physical Therapist (PT)

Big Minds Tiny Hands; New York (NY); Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Home-based services

Job summary

Big Minds, Tiny Hands is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide home-based Early Intervention services to children from birth to age three with developmental delays in New York. The role is fee-for-service with flexible scheduling and family-centered therapy aligned with each child’s IFSP.

Responsibilities include direct service in home/community settings, assessments, caregiver coaching, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliant documentation and NY

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Experience with pediatric population (birth to 3 preferred).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services in the child's home or community setting.
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on IFSP goals.
• Address gross motor development, mobility, strength, balance, and coordination.
• Use play-based, routine-based, and evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Educate families and coach caregivers to support carryover of skills.
• Conduct evaluations and submit progress notes daily.
• Coordinate with service coordinators and multidisciplinary team members.
• Follow NY State Early Intervention Program guidelines and billing requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and required forms.

Skills

Pediatric PT

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Doctorate or Master’s in Physical Therapy

Tools

ProviderSoft

Job description

Big Minds, Tiny Hands is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to provide home-based Early Intervention services to children from birth to age three with developmental delays.

This is a fee-for-service position offering flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work directly with children and families in their natural environment. The PT will provide individualized, family-centered therapy services focused on improving mobility, strength, coordination, and overall physical development in alignment with each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).

Responsibilities

Direct Service Delivery

• Provide physical therapy services in the child's home or community setting
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on IFSP goals
• Address gross motor development, mobility, strength, balance, and coordination
• Use play-based, routine-based, and evidence-based intervention strategies
• Incorporate caregiver coaching to support carryover of skills

Assessment & Documentation

• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations as assigned
• Complete session notes daily in compliance with Early Intervention requirements
• Prepare and submit progress reports within required timelines
• Monitor child progress and adjust interventions as needed

Family Collaboration

• Educate families on strategies to support physical development in daily routines
• Maintain consistent communication with caregivers regarding progress and goals
• Provide hands-on guidance to support functional mobility and independence

Coordination & Compliance

• Collaborate with service coordinators and multidisciplinary team members
• Follow all New York State Early Intervention Program guidelines
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of documentation and required forms
• Maintain compliance with billing and service delivery standards

Qualifications

Required

• Doctorate or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Experience working with pediatric population (birth to 3 preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in Early Intervention or home-based services
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and pediatric motor development
• Bilingual (Spanish or other languages) is a plus
• Familiarity with EI documentation systems (e.g., ProviderSoft)
• Type: Fee-for-Service (1099 or W-2 based on agency structure)
• Schedule: Flexible, based on provider availability
• Caseload: Assigned based on location and availability

Why Join Big Minds, Tiny Hands

• Flexible schedule and autonomy
• Opportunity to work closely with families in natural environments
• Supportive and collaborative team
• Meaningful work supporting early childhood development