Pediatric Physical Therapist (Part-Time)
Treehouse Pediatric Therapy·Batavia, Illinois
Treehouse Pediatric Therapy·Batavia, Illinois
Implement evidence-based physical therapy interventions and develop comprehensive plans of care for pediatric clients. Communicate progress to families and maintain detailed treatment documentation within a multidisciplinary team.
Description Do you want to join a private, pediatric-focused therapy clinic that is not managed by a large, faceless, distant, metrics-driven corporate employer?
Is your goal to work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative therapy environment that helps children reach their full potential?
Are you interested in a clinic that differentiates itself through specialty programs and services?
Are you looking for an organization that ensures its employees have access to the latest research and resources to offer the best services possible?
Do you want to be employed at an organization that prioritizes work-life balance and the physical and mental health of its employees through a human-centered, supportive culture?
If you answered yes to these questions, please read about this exciting opportunity at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy!
Treehouse Pediatric Therapy is a locally owned multidisciplinary pediatric outpatient clinic with locations in Woodridge and Batavia, IL. We provide core therapy services for clients aged 0-18 including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and ABA therapy. Additionally offered are specialized programs and services including pelvic floor therapy, feeding therapy, nutrition services, and neuro services. Treehouse's ultimate goal is to create meaningful change in clients' lives through an emphasis on a holistic therapeutic approach, involving families in carryover of care, and supporting employees' needs to allow them to provide the best services possible.
Treehouse is hiring a staff physical therapist for our growing service of physical therapy!
Our physical therapy caseload is extremely varied and challenging with diagnoses ranging from torticollis, orthopedic conditions, serial casting, gait impairment, developmental delay, and neurological conditions.
Additionally, Treehouse's physical therapy team distinguishes itself from other clinics as a leading, reputable provider of pediatric pelvic floor health.
We have strong established referral relationships with the top pediatric GIs and Urologists in the state.
The training and development of a pelvic floor health caseload is encouraged, but not a requirement for this position.
This position is part-time (3-25 hours/week) at our Batavia location. Preferred working hours are during family-friendly hours (2-7pm; Monday-Friday), however other availability can be considered based on client need and availability.
The candidate must be passionate about their field, interested in a collaborative environment, and align with the following pillars of a successful Treehouse employee: Be confident and have a growth mindset Be accountable to yourself and others Remember why you entered this field and the successes you've had Learn from your mistakes Support your colleagues and yourself Be authentic and accept each others' differences Embrace challenging situations Smile and have fun
Primary Responsibilities Use evidence based practices to guide interventions and implement appropriate treatment sessions Develop comprehensive plans of care that set up clients for progress in identified area(s) of concerns Communicate plan of care to parent(s)/caretaker(s) in a way that best encourages engagement and carryover of care for that family Complete treatment documentation that follows the company's documentation guidelines Exhibit proficiency with many different types of cases across ages, diagnoses, and treatment types, and continue to broaden proficiencies and specialties through continuing education and sought out support when needed Be properly educated on all therapeutic services offered by the company to appropriately refer to another discipline if clients' needs exceed physical therapy scope Ensure the safety of clients and all individuals present during sessions, implementing behavior crisis management protocol when needed Complete appropriate lifts and transfers of clients to a safe position, which may include to/from a wheelchair
Employment Benefits Competitive hourly pay Opportunities for professional development / continuing education Professional Crisis Management (PCM) safety training opportunities Exposure to a holistic therapeutic approach in a multidisciplinary team Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
Possess advanced physical therapy degree (MPT or DPT) Hold active physical therapy licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Pediatric outpatient experience (preferred) Pediatric pelvic floor experience (preferred, not required) Physical Requirements Regularly required to be physically active and alert for extended periods of time and occasionally lift, move, and/or support up to 50 lbs. (and/or up to adult sized body weight with assistance) May require some degree of physical interaction with clients who have difficulty controlling physical behavior Possess personal means of a reliable form of transportation Ensure the safety and maintenance of company equipment provided and materials that is necessary for work as a physical therapist
Market context
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