Physical Therapist

Family First Health is seeking a qualified and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide evaluation and treatment services to pediatric patients. This position will support the development of gross motor skills, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and functional independence through individualized, evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

The Physical Therapist will collaborate with families, caregivers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes and support each child's developmental and functional needs.

This position is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to learn and grow with a terrific team. We’re dedicated to offering trustworthy services and care. The Physical Therapist position will play a large role in that.

The benefits of working for Family First Health include:

• Generous PTO Bank
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, and Life Insurance
• Competitive Salary
• CME Time and Allowance
• Paid Holidays
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Paid Malpractice Insurance (FTCA)
• No late evenings or weekend hours
• Attention to work-life balance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete physical therapy evaluations and reassessments and document findings in accordance with applicable standards and FFH requirements.
• Develop individualized plans of care, treatment goals, and skilled interventions based on evaluation findings, patient needs, and professional judgment.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions consistent with the established plan of care and applicable scope of practice.
• Monitor patient response to treatment; modify interventions and goals as clinically appropriate and document progress.
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding mobility, positioning, therapeutic exercise, home programs, equipment, and safety as appropriate.
• Assess and recommend mobility or adaptive equipment within professional scope and provide related training as appropriate.
• Collaborate with OT, SLP, medical providers, care teams, schools/community partners, and other involved professionals as appropriate to support coordinated care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation and support required authorization, referral, and care coordination processes.
• Participate in case consultation, clinical meetings, quality improvement, competency development, and continuing education activities.
• Delegate only appropriate non-skilled tasks to therapy support staff and provide direction consistent with role boundaries and applicable requirements.
• Maintain treatment spaces, equipment, and supplies in a safe and patient-ready condition and promptly report safety concerns.
• Perform other duties within scope as assigned
• Assess pediatric development, movement, motor function, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and functional participation using age- and developmentally appropriate methods.
• Incorporate developmentally appropriate behavioral and engagement strategies to support participation and therapeutic outcomes across a varied pediatric population.
• Assess, recommend, and provide training related to adaptive or mobility equipment within professional scope; make orthotic recommendations and coordinate referral/follow-up as clinically appropriate.
• Integrate caregiver education, home programming, and pediatric developmental goals into the plan of care as appropriate.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program required.
• Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license required.
• Current CPR certification and other FFH-required clinical competencies/clearances required.
• Pediatric or community-based therapy experience preferred when applicable to assigned patient population.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of computer software applications (Microsoft Office Applications and applicable electronic health record systems).
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation as it relates to correspondence and documentation necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think critically, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when concerns require escalation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in, and respond appropriately to, a demanding environment including crisis situations.
• Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to communicate in a caring and supportive manner with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, caregivers, employees, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to be organized, proactive in follow-up and follow-through, and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to adhere to all Family First Health policies, processes, and procedures, including Code of Conduct and Workplace Conduct.
• Ability to articulate and advocate Family First Health’s mission and values.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mental/Physical Requirements: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position, with or without reasonable accommodation, such as:
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, or kneeling during patient care.
• Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and safely handle or move therapy equipment and materials.
• Ability to provide physical assistance to patients within training, policy, and safe patient-handling expectations.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for treatment activities, documentation, and equipment setup.
• Requires vision and hearing sufficient to assess patient response and safely provide care.
• Potential exposure to disease, infection, blood, bodily fluids, and other clinical hazards; required PPE must be used as indicated