Pediatric Physical Therapist

Full-Time position includes insurance and time off benefits

Physical Therapist Hours: 40 hours per week

About Easterseals Florida

Easterseals Florida is a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families across the state through compassionate high-quality services. With 52 programs operating throughout Florida we create inclusive opportunities that help people of all abilities reach their full potential and lead meaningful independent lives.

Our Dunn Avenue location is a vibrant hub of care and early development services designed to support children and families from the very beginning. It is also home to our growing pediatric therapy program where Physical Therapists play a vital role in helping children develop strength mobility and independence through evidence-based family-centered care.

We proudly offer:

• High-quality early childhood education and care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years fostering growth in a safe nurturing environment
• A Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program for children ages 4 and up focused on preparing young learners for school success
• Pediatric therapy services including physical therapy where clinicians help children build essential motor skills improve mobility and achieve developmental milestones
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy providing individualized support for children with autism and related needs

In addition our Daytona campus proudly serves as an approved provider for both School Readiness and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) education further expanding access to high-quality early learning across the communities we serve.

At Easterseals Florida we believe in creating opportunities strengthening communities and delivering services that truly make a differenceevery day. As a Pediatric Physical Therapist you will be an essential part of this mission helping children gain the skills they need to thrive at home in school and in their community.

Key Responsibilities

In this role youll have the opportunity to positively shape the lives of children while working closely with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Conduct comprehensive evaluations and re-evaluations for pediatric clients

Develop and implement individualized evidence-based treatment plans

Track progress through timely documentation using EMR systems

Set and achieve meaningful goals outlined in each Plan of Care

Manage your caseload effectively while mentoring and supervising PTA(s)

Collaborate with families schools early intervention programs and care teams

Empower families through education and support

What we offer:

Ongoing Professional Development opportunities (live on-demand)

Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Plans

Generous paid time off (Holidays Vacation Sick and Personal Time)

Employee Assistance Program for additional support

Access to several Supplemental Insurance Policies

401(k) Retiring Savings Plan

Easterseals Cares Wellness Program

Strong focus on work-life balance

Meaningful work with the chance to make a lasting community impact

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy (Doctorate preferred)

Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Florida

Medicaid and National Provider Number (preferred)

Previous pediatric experience (preferred- but passion for working with children is key!)

Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills

Proficiency with basic computer applications and EMR systems

Flexibility and commitment to self-development

Integrity tact and sound judgment

Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle as required to drive for program related business

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity inclusion and access for people living with disabilities families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - its an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent your passion and your commitment to help people with disabilities families and the community you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact our HR department at 2010 Crosby Way Winter Park FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531 our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: .