Pediatric Physical Therapist

To qualify for the Pediatric Physical Therapist position at Family of Kidz, you need to be a graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Physical Therapy and hold a current New York State Physical Therapy License. Experience working with children, especially those with special needs, is also valuable. Bilingual candidates are a plus!

As a Pediatric Physical Therapist with Family of Kidz, you can expect competitive compensation ranging from $85 to $105 per hour. This rate is determined based on the services you provide, your professional experience, and your licenses or certifications. It’s a fantastic opportunity to earn a rewarding salary while making a positive impact!

Pediatric Physical Therapists at Family of Kidz enjoy a flexible schedule. You'll spend two days a week at our Brewster preschool, and other half-days at public schools in Northern and North-East Westchester. This arrangement allows you to balance your work hours while supporting children in various settings.

As a Pediatric Physical Therapist at Family of Kidz, your responsibilities will include designing and implementing individual/group therapeutic interventions, conducting physical therapy evaluations, maintaining communication with families and professionals, managing caseloads, and attending CPSE/CSE meetings. You're crucial in helping children achieve their therapy goals!

While experience with Early Intervention and CPSE is beneficial for Pediatric Physical Therapists at Family of Kidz, it is not strictly required. What is essential is your passion for working with children and your ability to communicate effectively with families and colleagues. The right attitude and commitment to learning are highly valued!

Family of Kidz is committed to the professional development of its staff. They offer various training opportunities, workshops, and continued education resources to ensure that Pediatric Physical Therapists can enhance their skills and stay up-to-date with the latest practices in pediatric therapy.

An ideal candidate for the Pediatric Physical Therapist position at Family of Kidz should be passionate about working with children, possess strong communication and collaboration skills, have excellent time management, and be a team player. Being empathetic, flexible, and eager to learn are also key attributes that will make you successful in this role.

When discussing techniques for assessing a child's needs during the interview, share examples of specific assessments you've conducted, such as standardized tests or observational methods. Highlight how you tailor assessments to each child’s individual challenges while documenting their functional abilities comprehensively.

In your response, be specific about the process you take to develop treatment plans. Discuss your approach in creating individualized plans that align with each child's goals and needs, and how you involve children and families in this process. Providing a real-life success story can enhance your answer.

Explain your strategies for managing challenging behavior or situations in therapy sessions. Discuss techniques such as positive reinforcement, creating a fun and engaging environment, and maintaining patience. Share a specific example where you successfully turned around a difficult situation.

Discuss your past experiences working with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs). Detail how you collaborate with families, educational teams, and other healthcare professionals to create and implement these plans effectively for each child's growth.

Describe your methods for tracking progress, including data collection techniques and reporting formats. Emphasize the importance of regular progress evaluations and how you communicate these findings with families and school personnel. This showcases your organization and accountability.

Share your approach to establishing open lines of communication with families. Talk about conducting regular check-ins, providing updates on therapy goals, and encouraging family input into treatment plans. Illustrate this with examples of ways you've successfully engaged families in the therapy process.

Emphasize the importance of listening to the parent's concerns and understanding their perspective. Explain how you would work with them to find a common ground. Demonstrating a collaborative problem-solving style and being open to feedback are crucial aspects of providing pediatric care.

Talk about your commitment to professional development. Mention specific resources you utilize, such as professional associations, journals, and workshops, to stay informed about the latest research and methodologies in pediatric physical therapy.

Sharing a powerful story will resonate with interviewers. Highlight a particular case where your interventions led to notable improvements in a child's physical abilities, emotional well-being, or social skills, and explain how this motivated you further in your career.

Discuss qualities such as empathy, patience, adaptability, and strong communication skills that you believe contribute to being an effective Pediatric Physical Therapist. Share how you embody these qualities in your practice and how they enhance your work with children.