Full or Part Time Physiotherapist

Rochester Hearing & Speech Center and community-based settings (homes, preschools, daycares, teletherapy)

Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Time As Reported (TAR)

Do you love working with kids? WE LOVE KIDS!
New graduate? Been in the field a long time and ready for something new? We offer flexible scheduling on your terms, with the ability to build your own caseload. Summers are yours - with the option to work Time as Reported at your own pace if you choose.
Mileage reimbursement is provided for part-time and full-time salaried employees.
If you're passionate about helping children thrive and want flexibility, support, and choice in how you work - this is the place for you.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide early intervention services for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children (birth to 5 years) with developmental delays, physical disabilities, or other conditions affecting gross motor development, functional mobility, coordination, gait, and play skills. This role involves collaboration with families, caregivers, educators, and a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, team-based environment to promote each child's optimal growth and participation.
Conduct developmental assessments to evaluate gross motor function, posture, strength, balance, and mobility in infants and young children

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans (IFSPs/IEPs) in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams, including educators, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and early childhood specialists
• Provide direct physical therapy services in natural environments such as homes, daycares, or preschools, using developmentally appropriate, play-based strategies
• Address areas of delay such as gross motor skills, motor planning, coordination, motor sequencing, reflex integration, posture, range of motion deficits, and atypical movement patterns
• Monitor and document progress, adjusting interventions as needed based on child development and family goals
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, transition planning, case conferences, and service coordination
• Advocate for the needs of the child and family within educational and healthcare systems
• Stay current with best practices in pediatric physical therapy and early childhood development

Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

• Current New York State license to practice Physical Therapy
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children, preferably in early intervention or preschool settings (new graduates welcome)
• Strong understanding of child development, family-centered care, and IDEA Part C/Part B services
• Services may be provided in a variety of settings: home, community, or center-based
• Travel required for home visits or community-based services

Ability to sit, stand, and engage in physical play or therapy as needed
• Must be able to lift and carry therapy materials and assist with mobility needs of children
We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws and strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected under New York State and federal law.