P.T. - Physical Therapist - Pediatrics

Company: Amazing Care Home Health Services Inc.
Location: Aurora
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Job description We are currently seeking a Full-time/Part-time Home Health Physical Therapist to join our team. Overview : We are looking for coverage in the South Aurora and surrounding areas. Amazing Care Company, is an accredited pediatric therapy home health agency that has been passionate about serving the greater Denver area for over 15 years. We are a family centered company consisting of a strong and close team of speech pathologists, occupational, and physical therapists, working together in partnering with families, physicians, schools, and other professionals in providing the highest quality therapy to the pediatric population within the home setting. We have full time office staff to handle the administrative piece of providing therapy, allowing our therapists to focus on clients and their families. Our therapists specialize in providing therapy for children of all ages presenting with a variety of abilities and needs. We are currently looking to hire a part time Pediatric Certified Physical Therapist for both the southern and also the northern parts of the greater Denver Metro Area. There are also opportunities for a mixed pediatric/adult caseload. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual clients according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy (PT) and according to the orders coordinated with a licensed physician. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and coordinating care for clients in their home under the scope of practice of PT.
Develops and implements appropriate treatment programs to address problems identified; develops realistic personal goals with client; re-evaluates, sets new goals and adjusts treatment program accordingly.
Assesses need for adaptive equipment. Instructs clients, family members and other home health team members in the care and use of the equipment. Develops needed plans for modifying equipment/appliances and physical surroundings in the home to enhance safety.
Work in conjunction with area orthotists and/or equipment representatives for adaptive bracing and equipment.
Observes, records and reports to physician and/or supervisor, client's reaction to treatment, client's progress and any changes in client's condition.
Coordinates other service team members, both in formal and informal care conferences, to assure sufficient flow of information to support care of client. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. MPT or DPT preferred.
Current BLS certification.
Has current State of Colorado Physical Therapy license.
Minimum 1year of experience or fieldwork completed in pediatric therapy required. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: Up to $80 per Visit and Sign on bonus: $2000 Full-time/$1000 Part-time #ACHIGH

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