Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • San Antonio, TX

14d • 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 conducts medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks intended to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, family and caregiver training, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. The position offers the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times, with mentorship and opportunities to participate in mentoring students and new hires.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state-issued professional license.
• Valid state driver license.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
• Strong critical-thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with 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.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

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 about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Perform public education functions, which may include 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 with 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.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in carrying out job responsibilities.
• Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible choice of caseload size, patients, and treatment times.
• Mentorship and opportunities for advancement into leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time