VA Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Fredericksburg, VA

1d • 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, 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, professional development, and mentoring activities. The position offers flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. The pay range is $58–$65 per session, based on skill set and experience. The company offers health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; a 401(k); a company car; and tuition reimbursement.

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.
• Proficiency with 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 and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
• Provide clinical services, including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling about 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 therapeutic matters.
• 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.
• Conduct 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 and share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
• Mentor students and new hires.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Use initiative and independent judgment in carrying out job responsibilities.
• Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures, and 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
• Company car

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time