1033 Physical Therapist

Job Details

Job Location

Wichita Falls ECI - Wichita Falls, TX

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Licensed

Salary Range

$90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary / year

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

8-5 M-F may vary

Job Category

Health Care

Description

Under the direction of the ECI Program Director, the Physical Therapist has the necessary authority to plan and provide services to eligible individuals of the ECI Program and travel within a 10-county area.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

The provision of services within a ten-county area for children :

a. With severe motor delays with atypical or scattered skills or atypical tone.

b. With severe global delays with motor being the greatest concern.

c. Who are receiving developmental services but also have a demonstrated need for physical therapy services.

The provision of services to address the promotion of sensorimotor function through enhancement of musculoskeletal status, neurobehavioral organization, perceptual and motor development, cardiopulmonary status, and effective environmental adaptation. These services include :

• Identification, assessment, intervention, and consultation.
• Adaptation of the environment, and selection, design, and fabrication of assistive and orthotic devices to facilitate development and promote the acquisition of functional skills; and
• Prevention, alleviation, minimization or compensation for movement dysfunction, developmental delay, or related functional problems.

The Physical Therapist must be able to lift, hold and play with young children and move in and out of sitting positions on the floor, as well as sit at a desk. Must also be able to operate a motor vehicle.

The job requires extensive travel for service delivery and flexible hours and schedule. HFC incorporates principles of trauma-informed care, which includes cultural sensitivity, in all areas of service delivery. All job descriptions include the responsibility to learn about and implement trauma-informed practices within the scope of work for the position.

Reassignment is a condition of employment that may occur at the employers discretion. Work location and hours could change based on program needs.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

Must possess a graduate degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy. Must maintain current licensure by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Must maintain a valid and current drivers license and be insurable under Center insurance. Must pass and maintain all Center mandated trainings and complete all required initial ECI training before working directly with children and families.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities