What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Physical Therapist - Clinic Based position at Advanced Pediatric Therapies?
Are you a compassionate Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping children reach their greatest potential?
Advanced Pediatric Therapies (APT) is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our collaborative, family-centered team. At APT, you'll work alongside Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Behavioral Health Therapists, a Nutritionist, and a Developmental Pediatrician to provide comprehensive, individualized care for children from birth through 18 years of age.
If you enjoy building meaningful relationships with families, working in a supportive multidisciplinary environment, and making therapy fun through play, we'd love to meet you!
What You'll Do
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and screenings for pediatric patients.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on each child's unique needs.
- Provide one-on-one therapy sessions using evidence-based, play-based interventions.
- Educate and coach parents and caregivers on home exercise programs and developmental strategies.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, educators, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
- Complete timely documentation, evaluations, progress reports, and treatment notes.
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and team collaboration.
- Provide services in both our outpatient clinic and community/home settings for Early Intervention (birth to 3), as applicable.
- Help children improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, motor development, and independence while making therapy engaging and fun.
Qualifications
Required:
- Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Nevada Physical Therapist License (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for working with children and their families.
Preferred:
- Pediatric experience.
- Early Intervention experience.
- Experience working with children with developmental delays, neurological disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, orthopedic conditions, and other pediatric diagnoses.
Why Join APT?
At Advanced Pediatric Therapies, we believe that collaboration creates the best outcomes. Our therapists work together to provide comprehensive care while supporting one another professionally. We foster a positive, family-focused environment where children can thrive and our employees are valued.
Pay: $94,000.00 - $97,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $94,000 - $97,000