Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Longview, TX

12d•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 provides medically prescribed physical therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical assessment and treatment, family and caregiver education, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement and professional development activities. KidsCare emphasizes ethical care, work-life balance, individualized caseload size and scheduling, and mentorship.

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 orientation and 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.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy activities, and lift at least 25 pounds.

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 concerning 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 about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Perform internal and external 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 and 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 performing job responsibilities.
Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.