D.C. Physical Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Washington, DC

17d•Remote

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist operated home health company seeking to immediately hire a Physical Therapist. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. The company emphasizes work-life balance, internal promotion, and robust mentorship programs focused on therapist success. They seek individuals who embody the organization's C.A.R.E. culture and offer a full benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
Current state-issued professional license.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certified.
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting.
Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and/or enhance performance.
Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
Provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with pediatric patients and families regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services, professionals, agencies, and resources.
Consult with physicians on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Responsible for the maintenance of 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 scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
Participate in the mentoring of students and new hires.
Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.