Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Miami Gardens, FL

12d

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 the home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks intended to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, caregiver education, coordination with other care providers, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. KidsCare highlights therapist mentorship, opportunities for internal advancement, work-life balance, and flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. The company describes its culture as C.A.R.E. and emphasizes prioritizing clients and therapists.

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 to small groups.
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 activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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 issues 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, 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 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 performing job responsibilities.
Serve as a backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.