Job description

Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) / Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

FLEXIBLE - PART TIME

Locations:

Child Therapy and Rehabilitation, LLC

790 Fletcher Dr. Ste. 101

Elgin, IL 60123

and

Child Therapy and Rehabilitation, LLC

424 N. Rand Road

North Barrington, IL 60010

www.child-therapy-rehab.com

• NOTE: The ability to work in both locations is highly preferred

Required Education:

Master's or Doctorate Degree

License/Certification/Registration Required:

PT/PTA License-State of Illinois

Minimum 1-2 Year Pediatric Physical Therapy Experience

Job Details:

GENERAL SUMMARY:

· To evaluate, plan, interpret and implement specific Pediatric Physical Therapy treatment programs for patients in order to facilitate the patient's maximum recovery potential (PTA’s will not evaluate patients).

· To conduct self in a manner that brings credit to the clinic and to the profession of Physical Therapy.

· To contribute to the team and show respect and compassion for patients, families, and other staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

· Selects appropriate evaluation tools to assess pediatric patients' abilities and areas of impairment related to functional limitations.

· Develops goals and treatment plans based upon a comprehensive Physical Therapy assessment and evaluation.

· Takes into account the goals of the patient, family, and/or caregiver as well as rehabilitation prognosis. Adjusts goals and treatment plans as necessary to meet patients' changing needs.

· Provides effective, skilled, evidence-based therapeutic interventions through individual and/or group therapy to address identified deficits in functional mobility, ambulation, and movement quality.

· Participates in discharge planning, including making appropriate discharge recommendations, and may include but is not limited to; educating patient, family, and/or caregiver, providing a home program, arranging equipment needs and recommending follow-up care.

· Completes thorough documentation in a timely and appropriate manner that meets clinic, regulatory standards for initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, daily documentation, and other documents as needed. Documentation supports charges billed, demonstrates skilled interventions, and identifies necessity for skilled therapy.

· Demonstrates effective time management skills and meets clinic standards (e.g. productivity, chart reviews, completion of documentation).

· 1-2+ years working independently as Pediatric PT/PTA.

· Communicates effectively with team members, other health care professionals, patients, families, schools, and caregivers to achieve optimum care for patients, to facilitate team interaction, and to positively represent the clinic.

· Conducts self in a professional manner in all interactions, behaviors, and communication with leadership and families.

· Demonstrates accountability for own actions and job performance; accepts constructive feedback in a positive manner.

· Clinically supervise PTA’s when required.

· Participates in clinic team meetings; contributes ideas for operational improvements. Supports change initiatives.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA Credited school or equivalent. (or PTA License in State of IL)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Experience with the following Diagnosis: Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, Toe-Walking, Abnormalities of Gait, Lack of Coordination, Low Muscle Tone, Muscle Tightness, and Post Surgery Rehabilitation and more.

Enjoys working with children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy etc.

Excellent commination and follow through skills both verbal and written.

Goal oriented with desire to grow professionally.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS:
Licensed as a Physical Therapist / Assistant, by the State of Illinois.

Schedule:

Part Time/ Flexible Schedule

Primarily Afterschool & Saturday AM’s

Clinic Hours:

8:00 AM - 7:30 PM: Mon-Fri.

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday

Pay Rate:

$40.00 to $55.00 Per Insurance Billable Session (PTA/PT Dependent).

Paid Time Off and Additional Pay for working in both locations is available

Health Insurance and Dental Insurance offered to full time therapists.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Our team takes ALL COVID-19 precautions very seriously.

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work at both of our locations in North Barrington and Elgin?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pediatric Physical Therapy: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• State of Illinois Physical Therapist / Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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