Pediatric Physical Therapist

Benefits :

• Retirement Matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Are you a motivated, detail oriented, fun and compassionate pediatric physical therapist? Do you enjoy play-based intervention, helping babies and children with movement goals, being creative and educating and working with families?

Do you seek mentorship and wish to continue to improve your skills and knowledge as a pediatric physical therapist under the guidance of a board certified pediatric physical therapist?

Do you strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families you work with? If so, the position of pediatric physical therapist at KWalk Kids may be the right fit for you.

KWalk Kids is a local pediatric physical therapy, occupational therapy and wellness company that serves patients in San Diego County in-home, online through virtual consultation and in the community at parks, beaches, playgrounds & more.

Our mission is to help children and families through all stages of development, by empowering families to help their children through hands-on skills, routine-based interventions and purposeful play.

We are currently seeking a part time or full time physical therapist (with the opportunity to expand to full time if desired,) who has good time management skills and is enthusiastic, compassionate, empathetic, organized, professional, excited to learn, and passionate about helping children and their families.

We believe in family-centered care, and the importance of working collaboratively to create goals and a treatment plan. You would create your own desirable schedule and coordinate meeting families in their home or community.

We currently travel to Central San Diego, Coastal San Diego, Southern San Diego and La Mesa / East County.

We offer training, mentorship and a supportive environment for our clinicians. We value professional development, self advancement and motivation, and in being the best clinicians we possibly can be.

We want you to have an exemplary work / life balance and to find your work enjoyable and rewarding. If you think you would be a good fit, please apply.

To get an idea of what working at KWalk Kids looks like, visit our website : www.kwalkkids.com and instagram : @kwalkkids .

If you think you would be a good fit, please send a resume and cover letter to : [email protected] AND [email protected].

Qualifications : Licensed physical therapist in the state of CA that is passionate about the pediatric population and enthusiastic about learning and growing your knowledge base to best serve your patients.

1 year of pediatric experience preferred, but not required. Employee training provided. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from a pediatric clinical specialist and gain experience in pediatric physical therapy.

• Maintain current BLS CPR certification and be up to date on vaccinations.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Strong communication, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Available at least 10 hours / week, with ability to work up to a full caseload if desired

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy evaluations and ongoing treatment, strong emphasis on the early intervention population (birth-3 years old)
• Complete accurate documentation in a timely manner (evaluations / progress notes within 1 week, daily notes by the end of each month)
• Communicates with patients and families regarding evaluation results, goals and treatment plan
• Provide patient education, parent training and recommendations to support progress outside of PT sessions
• Help grow the practice via building programs within the community and assisting with social media and marketing (part time & full time positions only)
• Make your own desirable schedule- if preferred, support can be provided in this area

Benefits (all positions- contract, part time, full time)

• Training and mentorship provided by a pediatric doctor of physical therapy with 8+ years of experience and designation of board certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist
• Competitive rates, based on experience
• Flexible schedule
• Direct deposit
• Excellent support
• A boss that is invested in your personal and professional development
• A positive environment that fosters positivity and a work / life balance

Additional Benefits- Part Time / Full Time

• Stipends for health insurance, mileage, cell phone / internet
• Reimbursement for continuing education, supplies and toys
• Retirement matching and 50% of APTA dues after 1 year of employment
• Worker’s compensation coverage & malpractice insurance for patients seen through KWalk Kids

Note : This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or skills associated with the role.

Salary is based on experience and the desired position- contract, part time or full time.

Flexible work from home options available.