Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Spring, TX

6d•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 Physical Therapist evaluates, organizes, and delivers medically prescribed physical therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in activities to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes patient treatment, family and caregiver education, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. The company highlights therapist mentorship, opportunities for internal promotion, work-life balance, and the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
Current state-issued professional credential; the description does not specify the credential.
Valid state driver credential; the description 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.
Critical thinking skills.
Attention to detail 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 clinical services including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, family and caregiver training and counseling, and guidance regarding 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 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.
Perform internal and external public education activities, potentially 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.
Share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
Mentor students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in carrying out 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.