Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Carrollton, 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, directing patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, family and caregiver education, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, consultation with physicians, documentation, and participation in company quality, education, mentoring, and team activities. KidsCare describes its culture as ethically centered and focused on clients and therapists. Therapists can choose a caseload size based on lifestyle needs and create their own schedules by selecting patients and treatment times. The company promotes from within, offers leadership opportunities, and has mentorship programs intended to provide guidance. The position supports pediatric patients in their homes and may also involve residential or childcare settings.

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.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
Provide clinical treatment, 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 regarding patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Perform internal and external public education functions, 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.
Collaborate with others by sharing knowledge and skills.
Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
Participate 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.