Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Come Build Your FUTURE with Us!

Are you passionate about helping children reach their greatest potential? Do you thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment where your professional growth is valued? If so, Building Futures Pediatric Therapy is looking for you!

Building Futures Pediatric Therapy is a fast-growing, family-centered pediatric therapy practice serving children from birth through 18 years of age. We provide Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy across three clinic locations in Monroe, West Monroe, and Ruston, Louisiana. Our team is dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families while fostering a positive, encouraging workplace for every employee.

Position Summary:

The Pediatric Physical Therapist evaluates, develops, and implements individualized treatment plans designed to improve gross motor skills, mobility, balance, strength, coordination, and functional independence in pediatric patients. The Physical Therapist works closely with families and an interdisciplinary team to help children achieve meaningful developmental milestones.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive pediatric physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Educate and collaborate with parents and caregivers to support progress at home.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain a positive, family-focused therapeutic environment.
• Follow all clinic policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
  

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program.
• Current Louisiana Physical Therapy License (or eligibility for licensure).
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about working with children and their families.
• Compassionate, energetic, and patient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Organized with excellent time-management skills.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Motivated to continue learning and growing professionally.
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid Time Off.
• Continuing Education opportunities.
• Mentorship and clinical support.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
• Positive, family-focused work environment.
  

Why Building Futures?

At Building Futures Pediatric Therapy, our mission is simple: help every child reach their fullest potential while creating a workplace where our therapists love coming to work each day. We believe in teamwork, mentorship, continuous learning, and making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can grow professionally while changing lives every day, we'd love to meet you!

Join our team and help build brighter futures—one child at a time.