Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Burleson, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide medically prescribed physical therapy to pediatric patients in their homes. The therapist evaluates patients, plans and conducts treatment, and guides patients and caregivers in activities intended to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes family and caregiver education, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, communication with physicians, and maintaining clinical records. KidsCare is a therapist-operated home health company serving children with special needs. The organization highlights mentorship, internal promotion opportunities, work-life balance, and the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. The role also participates in quality improvement, continuing education, student and new-hire mentoring, public education, and company and professional activities.

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.
Proficient computer skills, 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, 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, services, and resources.
Consult with physicians regarding patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Perform internal and external public education functions, including periodic in-service presentations when applicable.
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.
Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in carrying out 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.