Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Tyler, TX

13d • 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 the home health setting, directing 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, mentoring, and professional development activities. KidsCare offers flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times, along with mentorship and opportunities for internal advancement.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
• Provide screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, family and 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 regarding patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Perform internal and external public education activities, including periodic in-service presentations as appropriate.
• 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.
• Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
• Provide backup coverage for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K.
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible caseload size based on lifestyle needs.
• Ability to choose patients and treatment times.
• Mentorship programs.
• Opportunities for internal advancement and leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time