Physical Therapist - Hourly Saturdays - Pediatrics

Skills on the Hill - Occupational Therapist, Washington, DCAre you a GLIMMER OF HOPE for children facing functional challenges? Are you ready to unleash your SUPERHERO POWERS as a Pediatric Therapist? If you're looking to combine your passion for therapy with the power of play, Skills on the Hill has the perfect role for you! We are a pediatric therapy practice with locations in Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA that specializes in supporting and empowering children and families to climb to their fullest potential. We are seeking a part time Physical Therapist to work in our pediatric therapy clinic located in Washington, DC on Saturdays.Why You'll Love Us:Healing Headquarters: Join a team that transforms obstacles into opportunities for our youngest heroes.Innovation Hub: Explore cutting-edge therapies and technologies in our playground of possibilities.Super Sidekicks: Collaborate with a league of extraordinary therapists who share your passion and dedication and an administrative support team that lets you focus on clinical care.Heroic Support: Receive the training and resources you need to conquer every challenge.Rewards Fit for a Champion: Enjoy competitive compensation and perks because superheroes deserve the best!What We Need from You:Heart of Gold: Your empathy and compassion must be as strong as your clinical skills.Powerful Partnerships: Teamwork makes the dream work—collaborate with families and colleagues alike.Quest for Knowledge: Stay curious and continue to learn, because there's always a new chapter in every hero's journey.Unstoppable Drive: Face every obstacle with determination, creativity, and a smile.Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept):Therapeutic Quests: Conduct comprehensive evaluations, deliver fun therapy, and design and implement treatment plans that unlock each child's potential.Triumphant Transformations: Use play and evidence-based practices to unleash possibilities and celebrate milestones alongside our brave pediatric warriors.Alliance Building: Elevate, educate, and forge strong connections with families, caregivers, and our multidisciplinary team.Documentation Mastery: Keep track of victories and strategies for future endeavors.Perks:Well stocked and organized clinic with sensory equipment, games, other therapeutic suppliesAccess to clinical resources, available online and in officeFlexible schedule and autonomyScheduling handled by admin team so you can concentrate on your patientsWaiting list of children ready for immediate schedulingOpportunities for additional work in the future so you can grow with usAccrued paid time offEmployer paid professional liability insuranceMinimum Qualifications:Physical Therapist2 years minimum experienceDegree from an accredited school or program.Current Board of Physical Therapy license issued by DCExperience working with children with developmental delays is preferred.Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices found to benefit childrenExperience and ability to work independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and organizational priorities.Candidate should demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups. Should exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.Good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office) and use of iPad.Valid CPR certification & TB Test.Ability to pass basic drug screening & background check.Role of Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Skills on the Hill, LLC:Provide client-based treatmentProvide ongoing parent/family/teacher educationPlan individual treatment programs based on client's needs and adjust as neededAdminister pediatric standardized assessmentsKnowledge of sensory integration theory and practicePromote developmentally appropriate skills in areas of fine/visual motor, feeding, self-help, language and social-emotional developmentEngage children in activities to reduce behaviors that may interfere with learning and cognitive functioning.Our practice specializes in working with children who have the following diagnoses:TorticollisGait deficitsSensory processing and motor planning difficultiesGlobal developmental delaysNeuromuscular impairmentsGenetic disordersLearning disabilitiesAutismADHD & self regulation challengesExecutive functioning weaknessesVisual motor and perceptual deficitsCerebral PalsyDown SyndromePhysical Requirements:Duties require extensive standing and walking.Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.Duties require frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.Ready to Answer the Call? If you're ready to harness your powers for good and become a part of our Skills on the Hill PEDIATRIC MIRACLE WORKER team, assemble your resume and prepare your cover letter to explain why you're the hero we need. Don your cape and apply today—because every child deserves a hero!Join us in rewriting the story of pediatric therapy - one miraculous moment at a time. Apply now and help us in supporting and empowering children and families to climb to their fullest potential.