Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT)Aveanna Healthcare
Job Summary
Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Weekdays Only | $50+/Hour
Location: Melbourne, FL 32934
Pay: Starting at $50/hour
Schedule: MondayFriday | Daytime Hours
No Nights | No Weekends | No Holidays
Make a Difference While Maintaining Work-Life Balance
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our pediatric care team in Melbourne, Florida.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Physical Therapist who enjoys working with children and families while having a consistent weekday schedule. Youll develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to help patients improve mobility, function, independence, and overall quality of life.
What Youll Do
Provide high-quality physical therapy services according to physician orders and established plans of care.
Evaluate patients and develop individualized therapy goals and treatment plans.
Document evaluations, progress, goals, and expected outcomes accurately and timely.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, families, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team.
Educate and support parents and caregivers throughout the therapy process.
Assist with care coordination and discharge planning.
Serve as a clinical resource to team members.
Supervise PTAs and HHAs when appropriate.
Complete OASIS assessments when permitted by state regulations.
Maintain compliance with company policies, professional standards, licensure requirements, confidentiality standards, and applicable state laws.
What Were Looking For
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an APTA-approved program.
Current, unrestricted Florida Physical Therapist license.
Current CPR certification.
Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
Ability to meet continuing education requirements established by the state.
Preferred:
At least one year of recent Physical Therapist experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.
Pediatric experience strongly preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Enjoy a career where you can make a meaningful impact on children and their families while maintaining a schedule that works for your life.
Starting at $50/hour
MondayFriday daytime schedule
No nights, weekends, or holidays
Supportive, child-focused environment
Skills & Abilities
Successful candidates should demonstrate strong communication, organization, time management, attention to detail, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Physical & Work Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
Speak, read, write, and understand English.
Travel as required for the position.
Lift up to 50 pounds.
Perform frequent standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and patient repositioning.
Safely move patients and equipment as required.
Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Work in healthcare environments where exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases may occur.
Join Our Team
If youre a licensed Physical Therapist looking for a rewarding pediatric opportunity with competitive pay and a MondayFriday daytime schedule, wed love to connect with you.
Apply today to learn more about joining our Melbourne team.
This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the position. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Position Overview
The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning, conducting and implementing physical therapy treatment program in accordance with the medical referral and evaluation to restore or maintain patients well being while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.
Essential Job Functions
Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders.
Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.
Provide a written evaluation defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physicians Plan of Treatment.
Participates in coordination of services (including discharge planning) with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc.
Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family.
Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
Supervises other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable.
Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program
Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
Current CPR certification
Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures
Additional state specific requirements:
Continuing Education as required by state
Preferences
One (1) year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehab setting
Pediatric experience preferred
Other Skills/Abilities
Attention to detail
Time Management
Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
Good organization and communication skills
Physical Requirements
Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
Must be able to travel
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
Must be able to sit and climb stairs
Must have visual and hearing acuity
Must have strong sense of smell and touch
Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport
Environment
Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.