Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Dallas, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company that provides 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 family and caregiver education, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, consultation with physicians, maintenance of records and equipment, and participation in company quality, education, mentoring, and team activities.

KidsCare describes its culture as ethically centered and focused on clients and therapists. Therapists can choose their caseload size and create their own schedules by selecting patients and treatment times. The company highlights internal promotion, leadership opportunities, redesigned mentorship programs, and work-life balance.

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 orientation 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.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
• Provide screenings, evaluations, direct clinical 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 activities, including 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Professional development funds
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling through the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times
• Mentorship and opportunities for internal promotion and leadership roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time