Physical Therapist - Pediatrics

Saco Bay PT•Saco, ME

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Saco Bay Kids is an interdisciplinary team of experienced professionals including occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech therapists, feeding therapists, pelvic floor therapists and patient service specialists. Our pediatric outpatient clinic in Saco is seeking a dedicated clinician to join our dynamic and supportive team! We strive to create individualized care plans that empower children, make therapy fun and support families every step of the way. We work closely with our patients and their families in order to help kids achieve their goals! This opportunity is special due to interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing you to work closely with a team that values shared knowledge and coordinated care and get support from other therapists. It offers a family-centered approach, building strong relationships with families and caregivers, ensuring therapy extends beyond the clinic. You will treat a diverse caseload, including but not limited to torticollis, plagiocephaly, global developmental delays, toe walking, gait abnormality, flat feet, in-toeing, hypotonia, etc., and assist children with equipment such as wheelchairs, gait trainers, standers, car seats. The environment is supportive, offering mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and a culture that encourages professional development and building friendships. This is purpose-driven work, making a lasting impact and difference in children’s mobility, independence, and quality of life, with opportunities for growth, including specialization in areas such as pediatric pelvic floor.

Requirements

Licensed Physical Therapist with a passion for pediatrics
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for working with children and their families
Desire to work with a large, interdisciplinary team
Creative, outgoing therapist to make therapy fun!
Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
CPR certification

Responsibilities

Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how PTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency, and duration of physical therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
Supervise and delegate physical therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements.
Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Stay current and up to date with Physical Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Benefits

Student debt repayment available
Sign on bonus available
Mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans
Life and disability protection
Student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
Opportunities to explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives