Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Newberg, OR

13d • Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-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, family and caregiver education, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities.

KidsCare emphasizes ethical care, work-life balance, therapist mentorship, and internal promotion. Therapists can choose their caseload size and create their schedules by selecting patients and treatment times. The position involves working in diverse indoor residential or childcare settings and collaborating with office staff, other disciplines, physicians, families, and caregivers.

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.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy-related activities.

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, and other resources.
• Consult with physicians about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Perform internal and external 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 scope of service.
• Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
• Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• 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.
• Serve as a backup service provider 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time