Physical Therapist

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services • Queens, NY

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About The Position

Achieve Beyond is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide pediatric therapy services and evaluations for children from birth through age 21 in Queens, NY and throughout the New York City boroughs. Services are provided in natural settings, including client homes, daycare homes and centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings. The position offers a flexible schedule and involves working with children and families as part of a collaborative team of therapists and clinical and administrative staff.

The therapist follows each child’s unique therapy plan, plans ongoing treatment, addresses identified goals, documents progress, and prepares progress reports. The role also includes educating families and caregivers about intervention strategies, maintaining confidential child and family records in accordance with applicable regulations, and submitting required records within established timelines.

Compensation is listed as $128–$175 per hour for evaluations and $66–$120 per hour. Compensation depends on experience and education and will be discussed during the interview process. Job responsibilities may change.

Requirements

• New York State Physical Therapist license.
• Passion for working with children and families.
• Self-motivated, collaborative team player who exercises patience and professionalism.
• Ability to travel to and from assigned cases, including by personal vehicle, walking, or public transportation.
• Ability to ascend and descend staircases.
• Ability to lift 10 pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, and/or crawl for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience working with children from birth through age five; preferred but not necessary.
• Fluency in a language other than English.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children from birth through age 21 in natural settings.
• Educate families and caregivers on applicable intervention strategies to encourage active involvement and carry-over.
• Work in client homes, daycare homes and centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings.
• Follow each family’s or child’s therapy plan, plan ongoing treatment, address identified goals, and document progress.
• Prepare progress reports as indicated.
• Maintain child records and confidentiality of information about children and families in accordance with HIPAA and state and federal regulations.
• Submit required records within established timelines.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Access to a paperless billing and data collection system, with training provided.
• Support from clinical supervisors and administrative staff.
• Financial educational assistance program, when applicable.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed