Speech Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist

Associates In Pediatric Therapy LLC; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Associates In Pediatric Therapy LLC is seeking dedicated therapists for their clinics in Tennessee. Roles include Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, and Physical Therapist, each responsible for evaluating and treating children with various needs. Candidates should hold relevant degrees and licenses, and be passionate about providing quality care in a family-centered environment.

Benefits

Flexible employment

Mentorship opportunities

Community involvement

Qualifications

• Hold a current, unrestricted license (or in process) for SLP, OT, or PT.
• Experience working with children from birth to age 21 is preferred.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain professional competencies and uphold licensure standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description:

In this role, you will play an important part in helping children and their families receive the therapy services they need in the West Nashville communities.

The primary responsibilities include evaluating and providing treatment for patients with physical, emotional, and/or psychosocial needs. Specific duties vary by discipline:

1. Occupational Therapist: Evaluate children from birth to age 21 for fine motor development, visual motor skills, sensory processing, executive functioning, and more. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with caregivers and the interdisciplinary team. Maintain professional competencies and uphold licensure and ethical standards.
2. Speech Language Pathologist (SLP): Prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children. Work closely with patients, caregivers, and the team to develop treatment plans. Document sessions and progress thoroughly. Maintain professional standards and licensure.
3. Physical Therapist: Evaluate children from birth to age 21 with congenital and orthopedic conditions. Improve mobility through interventions such as gait training, equipment management, neuromuscular re-education, and exercises. Collaborate with caregivers and the team. Keep up with professional competencies and licensure.

Requirements:

Our ideal candidates:

• SLP: Hold a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology and a current, unrestricted license (or in process).
• OT: Hold a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and a current, unrestricted license (or in process).
• PT: Hold a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy and a current, unrestricted license (or in process).

About Associates in Pediatric Therapy:

Founded in 2007 by CEO Renea Sageser, APT provides clinics in rural areas to ensure children receive quality services closer to home. Recently expanding from Kentucky and Indiana to Tennessee, we prioritize family-centered care to advance patients to their next therapeutic level. We value our patients and employees, offering flexible employment, mentorship, and community involvement. APT has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Kentucky for six consecutive years.

We seek talented, passionate, and committed therapists and support staff who are self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible, loyal, and respectful of diversity. Learn more at our careers page. Watch our Employee Thoughts video to hear from our therapists.

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.