Easterseals Central Illinois · 4 months ago
Physical Therapist - Assistive Technology Clinic
Peoria, IL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $73K/yrEasterseals Central Illinois is a trusted leader in pediatric therapy, empowering children with developmental delays, disabilities, and special needs to reach their fullest potential. They are seeking a passionate Physical Therapist to join their collaborative team, focusing on assistive technology, early intervention services, and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation. The role involves evaluating clients, recommending adaptive mobility devices, and providing therapy to improve children's physical function and quality of life.
Individual & Family Services
Responsibilities
Partner with vendors and funding sources to assess, recommend, and procure adaptive mobility devices, such as wheelchairs and standers, aimed at promoting children's independence and mobility
Work with children under the age of 3 in natural environments like homes, daycares, and community spaces, providing physical therapy alongside occupational, feeding, and speech-language therapy to support key developmental milestones
Play a crucial role in an interdisciplinary team providing outpatient treatment to children and their families. Your work will focus on improving motor skills, balance, coordination, and overall physical function to enhance daily activities and quality of life
Completes Assistive Technology Clinic evaluations in conjunction with vendor to assess, trial, and recommend adaptive mobility devices, such as wheelchairs, gait trainers, and standers aimed at promoting children’s independence and mobility
Composes Letters of Medical Necessity to justify adaptive mobility equipment recommendations from Assistive Technology Clinic for reimbursement
Provides Assistive Technology Clinic fittings of adaptive mobility devices, including client/family education on equipment use and safety, and follow-up as appropriate for clients served
Maintains communication between vendors and funding sources regarding status of equipment recommendations, denials, and appeals
Completes initial evaluation and evaluation report(s) for each client. Establishes individualized therapy goals and generates data for Plan of Care, identifying appropriate treatment diagnoses and therapy recommendations
Completes progress notes every three to six months or as required
Provides direct therapy with a focus on client and family priorities addressing functional limitations and participation in daily activities and family routines at service centers, natural environments, and or by telehealth
Participates in parent/guardian Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and multidisciplinary and caregiver meetings. Attends medical staffing/case studies to participate in interdisciplinary team discussions
Reports cancellations and no shows to the scheduling team for proper documentation and action. Accurately completes documentation and billing in EHR following payer guidelines
Develops and instructs family members in home program activities and revises as necessary. Provides parent/guardian/family training during the session regarding HEP and therapy strategies
Participates as needed or requested in the smooth transition of an individual to a public school program or other placement as necessary. Corresponds with physicians and other professionals involved in the care/treatment of the client/family as necessary and documents in EHR
Attends program services meetings, discipline meetings, rehab staff meetings, case studies, and in-services
Completes competencies and maintains established departmental policies and procedures, safety and infection control standards, quality assurance, and accreditation standards of the Center
Ensures that all requirements for credentialing and licensure are maintained (e.g. Early Interventions credentialing, CPR, Illinois license, certification)
Mentors new staff members as requested
Fulfills contractual obligations as requested
Participate in additional clinics (ex. Orthotics) as requested
Supervises clinical students and Physical Therapist Assistants as requested
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a degree in Physical Therapy is required
Must be licensed in the State of Illinois or eligible for licensure
Ensures that all requirements for credentialing and licensure are maintained (e.g. Early Interventions credentialing, CPR, Illinois license, certification)
Preferred
Illinois Early Intervention credential or eligible for credential
Experience helping clients obtain assistive technology equipment and writing letters of medical necessity
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(K) with employer match
Professional Development & CEU Allowance
Easterseals qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program
Company
Easterseals Central Illinois
Easterseals Central Illinois offers extraordinary services to help children with developmental delays, disabilities, and other special needs
Founded in 1919
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0MKey Investors
Illinois Prairie Community Foundation
2024-04-24Grant· $0M
Leadership Team
Melissa Riddle
President and CEO at Easterseals Central Illinois
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