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Lead Physical Therapist (Full-Time, $7,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Positive Development

Ventura, CAFull-time$100–120K/yrPosted 4mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$100–120K/yr
Location
Ventura, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Physical Therapist License Current And ActiveActive Physical Therapist Licensed In California

Job overview

Positive Development is hiring a Lead Physical Therapist (Full-Time, $7,500 Sign-On Bonus). The Lead Physical Therapist provides direct clinical services to children at Positive Development, integrating DIR/Floortime principles while maintaining an active California PT license and coordinating care with other clinicians.

Key focus areas include Carry out home or community-based PT sessions tailored to each child under clinical director supervision, Write session notes promptly and review video clips to assess child progress, and Attend IFSP meetings and assist in writing measurable gross motor goals.

Successful candidates bring Physical Therapist License Current And Active, Active Physical Therapist Licensed In California, and Experience With Children Diagnosed With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Preferred (not required): DIR/Floortime Principles, Care Coordination, Writing Notes, and Review Video Clips.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

DIR/Floortime PrinciplesCare CoordinationWriting NotesReview Video ClipsWriting Measurable GoalsAdminister TestsUpdate ReportsPlanning MeetingsLearn Current Software

Qualifications

Physical Therapist License Current and ActiveActive Physical Therapist Licensed in CaliforniaExperience With Children Diagnosed With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Ability to Provide in-Home ServicesPaneled With Private InsurancePaneled With Medi-Cal

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

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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