Job Summary
Join our early intervention therapy team as a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant – Part time/PRN, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. In this role, you will provide physical therapy services to pediatric patients ages 0-3 in the home or least restrictive environment. Your passion for pediatric care, combined with your clinical skills and collaborative spirit, will help foster optimal growth, mobility, and independence for young patients. This position offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate your personal goals while delivering impactful patient care.
Duties
- Implement therapeutic interventions set by PT.
- Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals including physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and caregivers to coordinate care plans and ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Document patient progress accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems following clinical documentation standards and medical terminology guidelines.
- Conduct discharge planning and modify treatment strategies based on patient response, progress, or changing needs.
- Educate families and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety measures, and community resources to support ongoing therapy outside clinical settings.
Qualifications
- Valid state Physical Therapist Assistant License
- Experience working with pediatric populations in outpatient clinics, inpatient hospital settings, or home health environments.
- Familiarity with clinical documentation standards, EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems, and outpatient rehabilitation procedures.
- Communication skills with the ability to educate families effectively about treatment goals and progress.
Work Location: In person
