What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Just Kids Diagnostic and Treatment Center?
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About us:
Just Kids is a group of specialized preschools in Suffolk & Nassau County, Long Island, NY.
Serving children with a wide range of disabilities from three to five years of age. We work as an interdisciplinary team with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, nursing, vision therapy, and special education teachers.
Just Kids believes that all areas of development are interrelated and interdependent and that learning occurs at different rates for different children and that the child’s early learning environment and experiences significantly impact on their lifelong development.
Just Kids believes that the best outcomes for children occur when families and professionals work together in partnership to meet the unique needs of the child and family.
Benefits & Pay for Full Time Position:
Medical Benefits after 30 days of employment
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. 401(k), Life insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off
Competitive compensation. (Salary will be commensurate with experience.)
Professional Development
Position Details:
We have an immediate need for Physical Therapists who are passionate, self-motivated, dynamic professionals to join our team. Perform direct patient services, including evaluation and treatment, participation in in-service programs, recordkeeping, and documentation and provide consultation to staff and family when necessary.
Looking for a place where you can truly make a difference? We are a dynamic program looking for individuals who love to learn and grow professionally while providing optimal therapy to the children we serve. Apply today to join our team!
New graduates are welcome to apply!
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Responsibilities:
The Physical Therapist is responsible for direct patient services, including evaluation and treatment, participation in in-service programs, recordkeeping, and documentation and provides consultation to staff and family when necessary.
- Evaluation: Performs pre-entry evaluation, initial evaluation, and re-evaluations to assess child’s development level, and identify handicapping delays and disorders. Establishes long and short-term goals for each child.
- Treatment: Plans and administers individual physical potential and development. Modifies therapy program as needed.
- Written Reports: Provide written reports of all evaluation, re-evaluations, progress reports, daily file notes, and annual reviews as scheduled.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a minimum of a B.S. in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university.
- Must be licensed and currently registered in New York State as a Physical Therapist or possess a limited permit to work under a Licensed Therapist.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-Strong organizational skills for case management and documentation.
License/Certification: Physical Therapy License or Limited Permit (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $75,385.97 - $98,475.87 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,386 - $98,476