Pediatric Physical Therapist

Davies Institute for Speech and Hearing•Katy, TX

About The Position

Davies Institute for Speech and Hearing is a collaborative pediatric therapy clinic bringing together speech-language pathology, audiology, occupational therapy, and early childhood deaf education. The clinic serves children from infancy onward, including children who are deaf or hard of hearing, in a supportive, family-centered environment focused on quality of care. The Pediatric Physical Therapist conducts evaluations and provides individualized, evidence-based treatment to help children develop motor skills, mobility, and participation. The role includes caregiver education, clinical documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to the development of pediatric physical therapy services. The position offers flexible, as-needed scheduling, work-life balance, a supportive team culture, growth opportunities, compensation for continuing education, conferences, and travel, and a day off on the employee’s birthday.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or another qualifying physical therapy degree from an accredited program.
Current, unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in Texas, or eligibility to obtain licensure before the start date.
Substantial direct pediatric physical therapy experience, including work with infants and/or children with developmental or mobility needs.
Demonstrated competence in pediatric evaluations, treatment planning, progress monitoring, and caregiver education.
Strong clinical skills in pediatric motor development, gross motor delays, gait, balance, functional mobility, and family-centered treatment.
Ability to manage a pediatric caseload independently and deliver safe, individualized, evidence-based interventions.
Excellent parent-coaching skills and ability to explain treatment goals and home programs clearly.
Experience collaborating with speech, occupational therapy, and educational teams.
Professional, timely, accurate clinical documentation and communication.
Comfort with electronic medical records, Microsoft Office, and routine clinical technology; clinic-system training is provided.
Strong organization, clinical judgment, time management, and patient safety awareness.
Ability to establish positive relationships with children, caregivers, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, bend, and move between floor-based and standing treatment positions; safely assist children with mobility and positioning and lift or transfer patients or equipment within safety guidelines and with appropriate assistance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills or proficiency.
Pediatric torticollis treatment experience.
Current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct age-appropriate pediatric physical therapy evaluations, using standardized measures, observation, and caregiver interviews to identify functional needs and establish baselines.
Assess infants and young children with developmental motor concerns, including head positioning and cervical mobility when torticollis is suspected.
Prepare timely evaluation reports with clinical findings, functional recommendations, and measurable individualized goals.
Develop and implement evidence-based plans of care tailored to each child’s developmental level, medical needs, and family priorities.
Provide developmentally appropriate, play-based interventions addressing gross motor skills, postural control, balance, strength, coordination, gait, transfers, and functional mobility.
Recommend and train families on safe positioning, home exercise activities, adaptive equipment, and mobility supports as clinically indicated.
Track progress, maintain accurate and timely documentation in the clinic EMR, communicate progress and home carryover strategies to caregivers, and update treatment plans based on patient response.
Reassess outcomes and identify when referrals or changes in service frequency are appropriate.
Collaborate with the Clinic Manager on pediatric PT service needs and responsible program growth.
Educate caregivers about developmental milestones, safe handling and positioning, home programs, and ways to reinforce skills in daily routines.
Coordinate with school or early childhood program staff when appropriate and authorized, while protecting patient confidentiality.
Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, audiologists, and other care team members; participate in case discussions, clinical meetings, and interdisciplinary planning as scheduling permits.
Represent the clinic at relevant activities and community outreach events, support caregiver education and community awareness, and build relationships with referral partners.
Provide feedback on pediatric PT program needs, resources, and service improvements.
Maintain current clinical knowledge, participate in peer collaboration, case review, and quality improvement activities, and maintain required continuing education and licensure.
Coordinate planned training and scheduling needs with clinic leadership.
Perform other responsibilities as they evolve based on patient needs, clinic operations, and program growth.