Cutting Edge Pediatric and Adult Therapy is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Physical Therapist to work on Saturdays!
If you are a new PT grad or a PT with experience who has solid orthopedic skills and a heart for pediatrics, our clinic is the place for you. At Cutting Edge Pediatric and Adult Therapy, we don’t just offer a job; we offer a transformative career path. This is your opportunity to treat patients across a wide developmental spectrum in an upbeat, fully equipped, collaborative environment and be mentored as well as supported every step of the way. At Cutting Edge, our focus is on therapy with a purpose.
Why Physical Therapists Thrive Here:
We Train You – Building on your confidence in your orthopedic skills, we’ll guide you to become skilled in also treating developmental disabilities like autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and many more.
Mentorship-Driven – Work alongside seasoned PTs with foundational pediatric and young adult experience.
Hands-On, Sensory-Rich Environment – Our dynamic therapy gyms, sensory light rooms, outdoor playground, and real-world learning spaces (mock grocery store, apartment, coffee shop) help you bring function and fun together for your patients. Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with our OTs, SLPs, BCBAs, and counselors to provide holistic, goal-oriented care.
Growth-Minded Culture – We believe in feedback, open communication, and helping you find your clinical voice.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete thorough evaluations of orthopedic needs, range of motion/mobility, movement analysis and functional abilities for the patient that incorporates functional mobility skills and rehabilitative needs in the pediatric and young adult populations.
- Educate and demonstrate (verbally and/or in writing) therapy techniques to parents that can be incorporated into a home program; assist families in home program facilitation.
- Develop individualized goals for each child incorporating functional abilities with the objective of increasing daily living or performance-based skills.
- Develop and implement treatment programs to meet the individual needs of the child.
- Attend staff meetings, in-service training, and maintain professional clinical competency by attending certified CEUs in the areas of pediatrics and physical therapy.
- Maintain communication with the child’s primary physician through progress reports or other communication measures.
- May participate in public speaking or community education programs that focus on issues relating to therapy and children.
- Assess and make recommendations regarding the use of therapeutic, adaptive, and/or positioning equipment as needed and provide written justification and coordinate purchase equipment for a child with team members, service coordinator, intake/billing specialists, families, and other allied professionals.
- Responsible for timely documentation of evaluation results, progress reports, discharge reports, daily notes, attendance reports, Medicaid prior authorizations and insurance justifications as required.
- Provide clinical supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and volunteers.
- Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
- Be an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team to create a comprehensive developmental approach to patient-centered care.
Qualification and Skill Requirements
- Doctorate Degree preferred, or Master's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current licensure by the State of TX or eligible for licensure.
- Current CPR certification or obtainable within 3 months.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- 1-2 years of pediatric experience preferred, though not required.
Physical Requirements
- Duties require extensive standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
- Requires lifting, positioning, and/or transferring clients, including the ability to participate in physical activities and play-based therapies.
- May be required to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Employee Benefits
- Pet insurance, pet savings plans, and AFLAC supplemental insurance available.
- Unpaid Time Off (UTO) available for both full-time and part-time employees.
- Bonus compensation opportunities, including Documentation Compensation Program and Saturday Bonus.
- Employee Recognition Programs: birthday/anniversary celebrations, kudos boards, and semi-annual Making a Difference Award.
- Company-sponsored events: team-building activities, holiday parties, and more.
Continuing Education Opportunities
- Continuing Education Fund (CEU) for part-time and full-time employees.
- In-house QBS Safety Care Training and Certification.
- Additional educational opportunities, including in-house training and in-service training by other Cutting Edge employees.
Additional Information
- High ethical standards and patient-focused approach to treatment.
- Strong emphasis on communication, teamwork, and collaboration.
- Mentorship and promotional opportunities, including providing supervision for clinical students and/or volunteers.
- Opportunity to learn from a collaborative team of Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behavior Analysts, and Professional Counselors.
- Flexible schedule.
- Occasional peer to peer educational training/ shadowing on new and existing therapy techniques.
Join Our Team
- Check out our Join Our Team page on our company website to learn more about who we are as a company and hear from some of our staff: https://cuttingedgepediatrictherapy.com/employment/
Check Out Our Facility
Check out our Mansfield Facility in this virtual tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNbGV1zgiko
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
