PT-Early Intervention

Company: Metro Therapy, Inc
Location: Bronx
Posted on: January 1, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: Pediatric Physical Therapists NEEDED Why Choose Metro? For over thirty years, Metro Therapy, Inc (now a subsidiary of Powerback Rehab) has been serving the educational and developmental needs of the pediatric populations throughout the greater New York city area. Metro is still locally run by the same family and continues to add diverse leaders who embrace the dedication to the community and yet bring new insightful knowledge that will allow us to provide the absolute best services for our clients. We have recently joined Powerback Rehab in an effort to provide employees with lower cost benefits, access to clinical support teams, and possible career growth opportunities. Seeking experienced professionals to work with our youngest population! POSITIONS AVAILABLE: - Early Intervention (NYSDOH approval letter required for Contract Positions) - Preschool Coverage (Itinerant) throughout Nassau and Suffolk We offer: - Flexible scheduling - Benefits for full time and part time team members (not applicable for 1099) - Part time preferred hours or full time hours - Prompt payment for services rendered (some positions) - Access to clinical support teams - Training workshops for which professional development credit may be earned - Pay commensurate with experience Responsibilities and Duties - Provide developmentally and educationally based intervention to improve safety and independence - Data input into secure, computerized systems for reports and billing Job Types: Contract Pay: $74.00 - $84.00 per hour Expected hours: FLEXIBLE Qualifications and Skills Appropriate State License NYSED Certification Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) For some preschool referrals - willingness to work with medically fragile Responsibilities: The Physical Therapist, Early Intervention provides and directs physical therapy services to children aged birth to three, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES: Provides physical therapy services to children as outlined in their treatment plan and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with Bureau of Early Intervention procedures. Conducts evaluations annually and performs six-month reviews of IFSPs to determine the need for intervention and treatment and produce IFSP goals. Produces discharge reports in advance of reaching age-out of Early Intervention to assist with the transition process, or as required at discharge. Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to parents and other treatment team members. Establishes treatment schedule and provides frequency of services as determined by IFSP plan. Communicates and documents changes to IFSP as needed. Participates in co-treatment or IFSP consultation with other treatment team members to ensure coordination of patient care. Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the development of the child across therapeutic environments. Documents results of the child’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. Adapts treatment plans, as needed to meet the individual needs of the child. Provides, recommends, and fabricates adaptive devices or other equipment and trains parents and caregivers in the appropriate use or application of orthotics. Supervises students and provides mentorship, as needed. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of services delivered and of individual physical therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. Participates in family and caregiver education to discuss the client’s progress and strategies for continued support. Communicates with management regarding caseload status and capacity for new referrals. Provides timely services according to frequency determined by each child’s IFSP. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: They must have a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license and eligibility. They must have a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy; or They must have a Master’s degree in a Physical Therapy related field in addition to a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy; or They must have a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience. The qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside of the U.S. must be evaluated to be the U.S. equivalent to a degree in Physical Therapy. Early Intervention Temporary or Full Credential. Posted Salary Range: USD $40.00 - USD $70.00 /Hr.

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