D.C. Physical Therapist
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 training, care coordination, documentation, and discharge planning. KidsCare highlights work-life balance through clinician-selected caseload sizes and schedules, mentorship, and opportunities for internal promotion and leadership. The position also contributes to team and company goals, quality improvement, education, and mentoring. Compensation is $58–$65 per session, based on skill set and experience.
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 to 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.
- 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, including 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 and share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
- Participate in mentoring 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, 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
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Job Type
Full-time
