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Pediatric Physical TherapistUplift Therapy Center • Fresno, CA, US
Pediatric Physical Therapist

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Uplift Therapy Center • Fresno, CA, US
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Uplift Therapy Center (UTC) is a multidisciplinary team of therapists founded and led by Talin Yacoubian OTD, OTR / L CAS. We value families, their children, and the communities they represent. UTC strives to achieve life altering results through our collaborative approach. It's our mission to provide parents and families with resources to support the growth and development of our young clients at home, in school, and in the community. We are looking to hire a committed Physical Therapist who is comfortable providing therapy in the client's home, in the community, and in the clinic.

Visit our website : www.uplifttherapycenter.com

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Carries out treatment for Physical Therapy patients in alignment with established goals.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES : The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be require to perform additional, position-specific duties.

  • Provides pediatric physical therapy treatment to the patients in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Provides on-going therapy on an outpatient basis in their natural environment (home) or in the clinic .
  • Communicates (to the parents as well as in reports, daily notes and in evaluations) observations regarding the patient's progress, lack of progress, goals, etc.
  • Documents daily / weekly therapy for each client in the "Daily Notes"
  • Responsible for maintaining good working relationships with coworkers and facilitating teamwork wherever services are being provided.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to cross cultural issues.
  • Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards of Pediatric Physical Therapy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required as a natural course of employment in the Company.

Patient Education :

  • Facilitates movement toward a healthcare partnership between providers, the patients and their families.
  • Educates patient / family regarding therapeutic exercises, activities and equipment.

    • Administrative Responsibilities :

  • Documents patient encounters in appropriate format according to practice policies.
  • Provides statistics as requested.
  • Will be conversant in various practice billing mechanisms to avoid undue costs.

    • KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS :

  • Knowledge of neurological and musculoskeletal diseases.
  • Knowledge of rehabilitative treatment techniques as utilized by the generalist in treating multiple age groups.
  • Knowledge of orthopedic manual therapy techniques.
  • Knowledge of the regulations and practice standards of Pediatric Physical Therapy.
  • Knowledge of direct patient care of Physical Therapy to pediatric patients.
  • Knowledge of equipment and instruments used in daily activities.
  • Skill in treating Pediatric Physical Therapy patients.
  • Skill in using applicable equipment and instruments.
  • Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands
  • Skill in critical thinking in the performance of Pediatric Physical Therapy.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
  • Skill and proficiency in car seat fitting for children.
  • Skills in maintaining good working relationships with community resources, referral sources, agencies and colleagues (OT and SLP).

    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

  • A Cleared / Clean California Physical Therapy California License
  • A Cleared / Clean DOJ / FBI background check
  • Approximately one (1) year of experience working exclusively with a pediatric population.
  • Participation in continuing education in pediatric therapy subjects as required by the Physical Therapy governing authority.
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