Homeoffice Pediatric Physical Therapist- Birth to Three bei St. Francis Children’s Center

*salary is commensurate based on experience*

OVERVIEW:  The Physical Therapist is responsiblefor providing high-quality, family-   centeredphysical therapy services for children ages birth to three in both home andcommunity settings. Services should be responsive to the cultural, physical,psychological, and social developmental needs of each child, and must complywith Birth-to-Three, Medicaid, medical, and DPI guidelines. This is a part-timeto full-time position with opportunities to expand into outpatient pediatrictherapy as program needs evolve.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participate in the development, review, andevaluation of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP), ensuring goals arefunctional, measurable, and aligned with PCATT               principles.
• Review physician orders and insuranceauthorizations before initiating evaluations.
• Select appropriate assessment tools and completeevaluations for developmental, physical, and/or gross motor deficits.
• Perform initial evaluations and update plans ofcare within established timelines, including every 90 days or per insurancerequirements.
• Clearly interpret and communicate evaluationresults to families, physicians, and team members with cultural humility andrespect.
• Administer individualized treatment techniques,including therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, ROM, gait training,and functional play-based interventions.
• Serve as a primary provider when appropriate,incorporating interdisciplinary goals into treatment sessions.
• Consult with physicians and communityprofessionals to support each child’s overall development.
• Evaluate, recommend, and train families in theuse of adaptive equipment and mobility aids.
• Provide caregiver education, training, andsupport with functional activities embedded into daily routines.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation,billing, case notes, and reports.
• Facilitate transitional/discharge planning andparticipate in related meetings.
• Model positive behavioral strategies thatpromote constructive engagement, problem-solving, and independence.
• Provide personal care to children as necessary.
• Actively participate in required meetings andcollaborate effectively with all team members.
• Ensure audit compliance with Therapy Manager andProgram Manager.
• Represent St. Francis Children’s Center andMilwaukee County positively and professionally.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in the development and provision ofoutpatient pediatric physical therapy services as the program expands.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, reach, kneel,crouch, and climb stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Adequate near and far vision, hearing, and speech to perform essential functions.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Flexibility to adapt to changing routines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making under time-sensitive and high-stress conditions.

ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Indoor work approximately 67% of the time.
• Driving required approximately 33% of the time.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Computer, copy machine, fax machine, and telephone.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in PhysicalTherapy from an accredited program.
• Current State of Wisconsin Physical Therapy license.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and may not have more than three current minor driving violations and/or one current at-fault accident on your record. Auto insurance must include $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury and $100,000 property damage

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Experience with Birth-to-Three programming stronglypreferred.
• Pediatric and/or early intervention experience a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple demands.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with Office 365 and ability to learn new software systems.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and family-centered care.
• Dedication to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in practice.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE

The mission and philosophy of St. Francis Children’s Centerrequires this position to perform in a professional and personable manner.Staff are expected to treat fellow employees, clients, and families withdignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. Technical skills are equallyimportant as the ability to build supportive, trusting relationships. Strictconfidentiality must be maintained at all times.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

St. Francis Children’s Center is in compliance with theequal opportunity policy and standards of the Wisconsin Department of WorkforceDevelopment, the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services and allapplicable local, state and federal statutes and regulations relating tonondiscrimination in employment and service delivery. We are committed toproviding equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age,color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability,race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/orexpression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to publicassistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal,state or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations forqualified individuals with disabilities. No otherwise qualified person shall beexcluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise besubject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age,race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, disability orassociation with a person with a disability, arrest or conviction record,sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, oraffiliation, military participation, or use or non-use of lawful products offthe employers premises during working hours. All supervisors and managers areexpected to support goals and programmatic activities relating tonondiscrimination in employment.