Physical Therapist

Overview

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Kids Care Home Health is an ethical, therapist-owned and operated home health company. We are seeking to immediately hire a Physical Therapist
. Kids Care provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. If you have a passion for working with pediatrics and making a difference in your community, while enjoying work-life balance, Kids Care is the place for you!

Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and by adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels. We have redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire; your success is our focus!

At Kids Care we desire to work with individuals who embody the values of the organization which together create our C.A.R.E. culture
. In return we offer a full benefits package to include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off, 401K, professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.

• Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients within the home health setting.
• Direct the patient and caregiver in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and/or enhance performance.
• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients; provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming and discharge planning.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines; maintain communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and related issues.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources; consult with physician on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs; attend Continuing Education activities and expand scope of service.
• Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity; participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Mentor students and new hires; participate in professional organizations and activities; demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
• Serve as backup service provider for other caseloads as needed; comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current state-issued professional license.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• CPR certification.
• Pediatric clinical experience; home health experience preferred.

• Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
• Strong critical thinking, detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems with various variables.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Spends time standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling as part of therapy work.
• Frequent use of hands and fine motor skills; work in diverse indoor residential or childcare settings.
• Moderate physical activity; ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; close vision requirements; moderate noise in office environments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.