Physical Therapist

Description

 Shine Pediatric Therapy is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children with diverse developmental or rehabilitative needs and a strong commitment to making a positive impact in their lives. As a member of our therapy team, the Pediatric Physical Therapist will play a key role in providing comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based interventions to help children reach their goals.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations to assess patients motor development, strength, coordination, and functional abilities
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, clinical expertise, and family goals
• Implement evidence-based physical therapy interventions to address children's unique needs and promote optimal function and independence
• Collaborate with other members of the therapy team, including speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists to provide integrated and holistic care
• Provide ongoing monitoring and reassessment of patient's progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Educate and train parents and caregivers on therapeutic activities and strategies to support their child's development and progress at home and in other environments
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, progress reports, and communication with other healthcare providers
• Stay current with best practices and advances in pediatric physical therapy through continuing education and professional development activities 

Requirements

  Qualifications: 

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of [Insert State]
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a pediatric physical therapist preferred
• Experience with a variety of pediatric diagnoses and populations, including neurodevelopmental disorders, genetic conditions, and orthopedic conditions
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members and communicate sensitively and effectively with children and families
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development
• Passion for working with children and making a positive difference in their lives