Pediatric Physical Therapist

KWalk Kids- Physical Therapy & Wellness, Inc.

Pediatric Physical Therapist

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Retirement Matching

    Flexible schedule

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Are you a motivated, detail oriented, fun and compassionate pediatric physical therapist? Do you enjoy play-based intervention, helping babies and children with movement goals, being creative and educating and working with families? Do you seek mentorship and wish to continue to improve your skills and knowledge as a pediatric physical therapist under the guidance of a board certified pediatric physical therapist? Do you strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families you work with? If so, the position of pediatric physical therapist at KWalk Kids may be the right fit for you.

    KWalk Kids is a local pediatric physical therapy, occupational therapy and wellness company that serves patients in San Diego County– in-home, online through virtual consultation and in the community at parks, beaches, playgrounds & more. Our mission is to help children and families through all stages of development, by empowering families to help their children through hands-on skills, routine-based interventions and purposeful play.

    We are currently seeking a part time or full time physical therapist (with the opportunity to expand to full time if desired,) who has good time management skills and is enthusiastic, compassionate, empathetic, organized, professional, excited to learn, and passionate about helping children and their families. We believe in family-centered care, and the importance of working collaboratively to create goals and a treatment plan. You would create your own desirable schedule and coordinate meeting families in their home or community. We currently travel to Central San Diego, Coastal San Diego, Southern San Diego and La Mesa/East County.

    We offer training, mentorship and a supportive environment for our clinicians. We value professional development, self advancement and motivation, and in being the best clinicians we possibly can be. We want you to have an exemplary work/life balance and to find your work enjoyable and rewarding. If you think you would be a good fit, please apply.

    To get an idea of what working at KWalk Kids looks like, visit our website: www.kwalkkids.com and instagram: @kwalkkids . If you think you would be a good fit, please send a resume and cover letter to: drkelsey@kwalkkids.com AND admin@kwalkkids.com.

    Qualifications: Licensed physical therapist in the state of CA that is passionate about the pediatric population and enthusiastic about learning and growing your knowledge base to best serve your patients.

    1 year of pediatric experience preferred, but not required. Employee training provided. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from a pediatric clinical specialist and gain experience in pediatric physical therapy.

    Maintain current BLS CPR certification and be up to date on vaccinations.

    Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

    Strong communication, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills

    Available at least 10 hours/week, with ability to work up to a full caseload if desired

    Responsibilities

    Provide physical therapy evaluations and ongoing treatment, strong emphasis on the early intervention population (birth-3 years old)

    Complete accurate documentation in a timely manner (evaluations/progress notes within 1 week, daily notes by the end of each month)

    Communicates with patients and families regarding evaluation results, goals and treatment plan

    Provide patient education, parent training and recommendations to support progress outside of PT sessions

    Help grow the practice via building programs within the community and assisting with social media and marketing (part time & full time positions only)

    Make your own desirable schedule- if preferred, support can be provided in this area

    Benefits (all positions- contract, part time, full time)

    Training and mentorship provided by a pediatric doctor of physical therapy with 8+ years of experience and designation of board certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist

    Competitive rates, based on experience

    Flexible schedule

    Direct deposit

    Excellent support

    A boss that is invested in your personal and professional development

    A positive environment that fosters positivity and a work/life balance

    Additional Benefits- Part Time/Full Time

    Stipends for health insurance, mileage, cell phone/internet

    Reimbursement for continuing education, supplies and toys

    Retirement matching and 50% of APTA dues after 1 year of employment

    Worker’s compensation coverage & malpractice insurance for patients seen through KWalk Kids

    Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or skills associated with the role. Salary is based on experience and the desired position- contract, part time or full time.

    Flexible work from home options available.