Physical Therapist

Position Title: Physical Therapist
Location: School-Based Setting

Position Details:

• Start Date: February 18, 2025
• Schedule:
• • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Job Description:
As a Physical Therapist in this role, you will work with a diverse pediatric caseload (birth to 21 years) in a school-based setting. The position offers mentorship opportunities, a manageable daily caseload, and time to complete progress notes and evaluations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide physical therapy treatments to pediatric clients, typically 6-7 sessions per day (45-minute treatments).
• Conduct evaluations and maintain progress notes with ample time for documentation.
• Consult with medical providers and parents regarding treatment plans.
• Participate in monthly Medical Therapy Clinics with interdisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with vendors to gain knowledge about specialized equipment (no ordering required).
• May involve occasional home visits with another staff member (subject to compliance guidelines).

Caseload Highlights:

• Work with children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, cancer survivorship, and other activity-impacting diagnoses.
• Learn about and utilize specialized equipment, such as power wheelchairs, full-body wheelchairs, and walkers.

Requirements:

• Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Comfort and experience working with children are essential.
• Pediatric experience is highly preferred.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus but not required.
• Must have appropriate attire to perform therapy tasks (e.g., sports pants, closed-toe shoes; no jeans).

Additional Details:

• Dress Code: Casual, work-appropriate attire suitable for therapy.
• Driving: May require occasional driving for home visits; use of a company vehicle or personal vehicle.

Medix is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.