Pediatric Physical Therapist
About The Position
Connect Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist in the Houston, Texas area to provide coordinated care to pediatric patients in their homes. The therapist will build relationships with patients and families, evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, communicate with families and the healthcare team, maintain documentation, and supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). The role involves working collaboratively with other therapy disciplines, physicians, nurses, and team leads to support children with a wide range of diagnoses. Connect Pediatrics provides home healthcare services to medically fragile children and children with special needs. Its mission is to support and bring stability to families through exceptional care and a collaborative environment focused on meaningful relationships. The company describes its culture as supportive and team-oriented, with training, mentoring, and flexible scheduling. Benefits vary by employment status; some are available only to full-time employees.
Requirements
- Hold a valid, active Physical Therapist license in the state of Texas.
- Hold a current BLS/CPR license.
- Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and automotive insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients’ therapy needs.
- Use clinical judgment to develop and implement treatment plans aligned with physicians’ orders.
- Provide in-home therapy services to pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
- Communicate regularly with patients’ families about their child’s goals and progress.
- 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.
- Provide clinical supervision and guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (full-time only)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off (full-time only)
- Mileage stipend
- Annual growth allowance (full-time only)
- 401K
- Disability insurance
- Paid training
- Supervision pay
- 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 that values collaboration and teamwork
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
