Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT or PTA)
About The Position
Connect Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide in-home therapy services to pediatric patients in the Arlington/Grand Prairie, Texas area. The role supports medically fragile and special needs children and involves working collaboratively with patients’ families and a multidisciplinary care team. Clinicians build ongoing relationships with patients and families while contributing to comprehensive, coordinated care in the home. The PT conducts comprehensive evaluations using standardized tests and uses clinical judgment to develop and implement treatment plans aligned with physician orders. The role also includes family communication, team collaboration, comprehensive documentation, and participation in one-on-one meetings with team leads. Compensation is competitive and per visit, based on role, licensure, and experience. The position offers flexible scheduling and clustered treatment areas, training and mentoring, and a supportive, collaborative work culture. Benefits vary by employment status; some are available only to full-time employees.
Requirements
- Valid, active Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Texas.
- Current BLS/CPR license.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and automotive insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- For PTs, perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients’ therapy needs.
- For PTs, use clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physician orders.
- Provide in-home therapy services for pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
- Communicate regularly with patients’ families and provide updates on the child’s goals.
- Collaborate with other therapy disciplines, physicians, and nurses to develop holistic treatment plans.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of care and communicate treatment plan changes to the healthcare team.
- Participate in one-on-one meetings with team leads to discuss patient progress, share insights, and refine treatment strategies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (full-time only).
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (full-time only).
- Mileage stipend.
- Annual growth allowance (full-time only).
- 401(k).
- Disability insurance.
- Paid training.
- Supervision pay (PT only).
- Chromebook.
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Flexible scheduling and clustered treatment areas.
- One-on-one training and mentoring support.
- Fully electronic documentation and admission paperwork completed by the office team.
- Supportive work culture valuing collaboration and teamwork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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