Physical Therapist - Pediatric

Overview Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is recruiting an Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide care to a varied pediatric caseload from 0 through 13 years old. This role is part of a multidisciplinary pediatric care team and supports programs such as Childhood Obesity clinic, Early Intervention, and Infant Mental Health. Responsibilities Evaluates patients referred to physical therapy, as well as the Childhood Obesity clinic, and Early Intervention, performance evaluation according to patient’s needs, physician recommendations, and program guidelines/protocols. Communicates with patient and/or parents/caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals. Provides home program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure carryover to the home environment. Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in the treatment sessions. Provides treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice. Designs an appropriate and effective treatment plan and works within scope of practice at all times. Monitors progress of treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments. Conducts re-evaluations when indicated. Consults with physicians, allied health professionals, and other team members. Participates in case conferencing meetings and in program planning meetings. Facilitates training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable. Communicates regularly with Referral Specialists, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff. Makes recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal programs, as well as to outside agencies when appropriate. Makes recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise. Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with the department standards; documentation also complies with insurance requirements. Provides treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites to increase patients’ access to care. Requirements California State licensure as a Physical Therapist. Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training. At least 2 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist preferred. Pediatric specific experience required and experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred. Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. Acceptable driving record also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case‑by‑case basis. Benefits & Compensation Job type: Regular Full Time. Competitive Salary. Salary range: $100,000.00 - $128,103.00. Excellent Benefits: Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance, Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs. Additional CME benefits: $1,000 CME reimbursement, 24 hours of CME time off, MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training, license renewal fee reimbursement, and loan forgiveness eligibility. Rewards: Includes mileage reimbursement governed by policy. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Family Health Centers of San Diego provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr