Pediatric Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Pediatric Physical Therapist evaluates, organizes, and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in activities to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical assessment and treatment, caregiver education, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, communication with families and physicians, referrals to appropriate services, and maintenance of clinical records, supplies, and equipment. The therapist also participates in quality improvement, continuing education, mentoring, public education, and team activities. KidsCare describes its workplace as ethically centered and offers therapists the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. The company emphasizes mentorship, work-life balance, and internal promotion.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
Current state-issued professional credential; the posting does not specify the credential.
Valid state driver credential; the posting does not specify the credential.
CPR qualification.
Pediatric clinical experience.
Home health experience.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Detail orientation and strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
Provide screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling regarding patient status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Communicate with pediatric patients and families about progress, problems, home programs, and other matters related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, services, and resources.
Consult with physicians regarding patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Perform public education activities, including periodic in-service presentations.
Participate in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend continuing education activities and expand scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload and appropriate productivity.
Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others by sharing knowledge and skills.
Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
Serve as a backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.