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Pediatric Physical Therapist - Home Health (North Austin)
Pflugerville, TXPosted 6 days ago
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8791
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Pediatric Physical Therapist - North Austin, TX 78660
VIVA Pediatrics is a home health services company with a specialty in private duty nursing, therapy and skilled nursing visits for infants and children. We are committed to providing each patient with an exceptional level of care and attention. At our agency, we are proud to be nurse owned and operated. Our dedicated staff works together as a team to provide high-quality comprehensive care to medically fragile children. VIVA's core mission is to staff compassionate and understanding caregivers that take pride in paying close attention to each patient's needs.
Why VIVA Pediatric:
- Family and Clinician Owned
- Patient-centered with focus on quality care
- Ethical practice with no waiting lists
- Healthy growth model with direct access to leadership
- Competitive Pay per Visit/Eval
- No minimum Caseload or After-school requirements
- Flexibility with schedule
- Autonomy with support
- Access to test kits and materials
- Web-based EMR
Qualifications:
- Skilled PT with at least 1-year recent Pediatric experience in home health, acute care, or out-patient setting
- Supervision of Assistant, student, or other team members at least 6 months
- Bachelor of Science, Masters or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
- Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist
- Current Texas Driver’s License with reliable transportation and proof of auto liability insurance
- Current CPR certification
- Team oriented
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates and treats children with gross motor delays, difficulties with mobility, gait, strength, balance, coordination, range of motion, postural and tone concerns, neuromuscular disorders, as well as assessment of orthotic and equipment needs
- Supervises other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patient’s needs and within scope of practice following professional licensure and Agency requirements
- Documents, prepares and completes a Plan of Care, progress notes, orders and other clinical documentation to support and justify service delivery
- Provides effective communication and collaboration with patient/family, team members, leadership, and other health care professionals
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients
- Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board
- Promotes Agency mission and administrative policies
Benefits (Full-time):
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Paid Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
- Paid In-house Training
- Bonus Incentives
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