Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Houston - Hobby, TX

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 Physical Therapist evaluates, organizes, and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes patient treatment, caregiver education, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. KidsCare describes its culture as ethically centered and focused on clients and therapists. Therapists can choose caseload size based on their lifestyle needs and create their own schedules by selecting patients and treatment times. The company offers mentorship and opportunities to participate in mentoring students and new hires.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
Current state-issued professional credential; the posting does not specify the credential by name.
Valid state driver credential; the posting does not specify the credential by name.
CPR qualification.
Pediatric clinical experience.
Home health experience.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively to 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.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to perform therapy-related strenuous activities.

Responsibilities

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