About the role
About the Role:
The Lead Physical Therapist position consists of providing direct clinical work for
our children at Positive Development. This position involves integrating the principles of DIR/Floortime provided in supervision and during staff training with your expertise as a Physical Therapist. For this position, you will be expected to keep your Physical Therapy license current and active. For this position, becoming paneled with private insurance and Medi-Cal will be important in future as well.
Job Description:
- On a full-time basis, carry out home or community-based sessions, working on goals specifically tailored to the child and under the supervision of a clinical director
- Coordinate care on cases with other clinicians by writing notes for sessions promptly and/or review video clips when needed to understand a child's progress on a physical therapy goal or assessment.
- Attend IFSPs for Early Birds clients on caseload and assist in writing measurable goals and strategies related to the child's IFSP gross motor goals.
- Administer any tests or assessments related to a child's physical therapy needs, update reports by describing progress on any goals included in the child's IFSP.
- Attend staff supervision or trainings and participate in planning meetings for the child as guided by the Early Birds Director.
- Attend supervision meetings with Early Birds Director and team, to discuss cases and progress including care coordination with other staff.
- Learn current software used by Positive Development and follow any administrative protocols needed for all employees
Minimum Requirements:
- Active Physical Therapist licensed in California
- Experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Ability to provide in-home services
Benefits:
- Amazon One Medical
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401k with Employer Match
- Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Flex Days
- PTO
- Paid Sick Leave
- Continuing Education Stipend Account
- Referral Program
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