Physical Therapist – Outpatient Pediatrics

Physical Therapist – Outpatient Pediatrics

Job Overview

• Location: Northwest Health - La Porte | La Porte, IN
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Day Shift)
• Specialty: Outpatient Pediatrics

Incentives & Top Benefits

• $15,000 Sign-On Bonus (for eligible candidates)
• $10,000 Relocation Assistance
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment Support
• Educational Tuition Assistance & CEU Support
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and company-paid life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.

Position Summary

The Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) conducts clinical evaluations and delivers individualized, evidence-based physical therapy interventions to pediatric patients (infants through adolescents) as prescribed by referring physicians.

Located in our Outpatient Pediatric facility, this role focuses on improving gross motor skills, movement, strength, and functional independence through playful, engaging, and family-centered care. In this role, you will collaborate with parents, caregivers, and interdisciplinary pediatric specialists to set functional goals, track progress, and empower young patients to reach their full potential.

Essential Functions

Clinical Evaluation & Direct Care

• Pediatric Evaluations: Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations assessing gross motor development, balance, strength, mobility, gait, and sensory-motor integration in pediatric patients.
• Individualized Treatment: Plan and deliver safe, effective, age-appropriate therapeutic exercises and play-based interventions tailored to each child's unique developmental stage and medical diagnosis.
• Family & Caregiver Education: Educate parents and caregivers on home exercise programs (HEPs), adaptive equipment, and safety strategies to ensure treatment progress carries over into daily life.

Care Coordination & Compliance

• Progress Tracking & Plan Updates: Regularly reassess patient progress, updating treatment plans and functional goals within required clinical timeframes.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with pediatricians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and orthotists to deliver holistic care.
• Accurate EMR Documentation: Complete timely, precise clinical documentation and billing coding in compliance with hospital standards, insurance requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Safety & Environment: Safely operate pediatric therapy equipment and maintain a clean, child-friendly, and secure clinical environment.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT), Master’s, or Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy) Required.
• Experience: 0–2 years of physical therapy experience (New graduates with pediatric clinical rotation experience are encouraged to apply). Prior outpatient pediatric experience preferred.

Licensures & Certifications

• State License: Current, active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the State of Indiana (or eligible) Required.
• CPR/BLS: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Pediatric Expertise: Strong clinical foundation in pediatric neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and developmental disorders.
• Patient & Family Engagement: Ability to build strong rapport with children and communicate complex clinical plans effectively to parents and family members.
• Organization & Productivity: Strong time management skills to handle caseload productivity, documentation, and care coordination seamlessly.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and therapy billing software.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Current, active PT license in Indiana or eligible (Required)

Work Location: In person