Outpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

Company: childserve
Location: Ames
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

ChildServe's talented team of therapists specialize in pediatric rehab and work together to create plans specific to each child's need. In the role of Physical Therapist, you will provide comprehensive physical therapy services to children in the outpatient service area of our Ames location.

Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.

Join our large therapy team and grow professionally through:
An inter-professional team where you will collaborate with occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, mental health and many other services to provide a holistic approach to care.
Leadership training and paid continuing education opportunities to support career growth. Most classes provided on site where you can choose your specialty or area of interest.
Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
Mentorship onsite.
A wide range of diagnoses- no two days will be the same!
The opportunity to leave work each day knowing you've made a difference.
Benefits
This role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and a 403B retirement account. PTO is front-loaded upon hire and starts accruing immediately.

As a non-profit organization, we also participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Tuesday- Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
What You'll Do
Administer appropriate standardized tests/screenings/informal assessments/clinical observations.
Adhere to the plan of care as written.
Provide appropriate recommendations, referrals, and/or follow-up for each case.
Participate in internal quality assurance and continuous quality improvement activities.
Assist in the research/development of clinical practices and competencies.
Plan and prepare individualized, creative, and unique activities to meet each child's individual goals.
What You'll Need
Master's level or higher graduate of an APTA approved physical therapy program and active license in the state of Iowa.
Pediatric experience preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing Careers@childserve.org.

Why ChildServe?
ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here's why employees love working here:
Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
We're not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we're proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.
We're moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.
Ready to leave work every day knowing you've made a difference for kids and families? Let's move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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