Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Channelview, 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 conducts medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, and guides patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, family and caregiver education, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. The company emphasizes ethical, patient- and therapist-centered care, work-life balance, adjustable caseload size, and the ability to create a schedule by choosing patients and treatment times. KidsCare describes mentorship and internal advancement opportunities and offers a full benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
Current state-issued professional credential; the posting does not specify the credential.
Valid state driver credential; the posting does not specify the credential.
CPR.
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, and family or caregiver training and counseling about 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 internal and external public education, 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 and appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
Mentor students and new hires.
Participate actively in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
Provide backup service for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.