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Pediatric Physical Therapist

$2,500 upon hire + $2,500 at 6 months

About WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists:

WellCare and Nurture Pediatric Therapy Specialists is a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team of ABA, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology therapists serving the Pikes Peak region. We offer both in-home and clinic-based services, ensuring the most appropriate environment tailored to the families we serve.

At WellCare and Nurture Pediatric Therapy, we lead with proof that matters. Our teams give us a 4.8-star rating for culture, work-life balance, and management, describing the environment as “supportive,” “collaborative,” and where “leadership truly cares about staff and clients.” Employees say they feel “valued and genuinely cared for—not just as a worker, but as a person.” That’s why so many stay long-term, grow into advanced roles, and recommend us as a workplace.

Our therapists have access to industry-leading training, continuing education opportunities, personal and professional mentorship, and career advancement. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and flexible work schedules, we ensure that our team can enjoy a long-standing, rewarding career as part of a truly cohesive interdisciplinary team.

We believe in collaboration across all therapy disciplines. Our therapists gain invaluable experience working together with other professionals and have access to co-treatment opportunities. At WellCare, we are committed to achieving the best possible results by ensuring therapists, parents, and children work together as a united team.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist to join our pediatric therapy practice in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This key role involves overseeing and managing the home health therapy services for our pediatric clients, ensuring the highest quality of care. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, a passion for helping others, and the ability to provide personalized care plans for patients in the comfort of their homes.

As a Physical Therapist, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team that collaborates closely with ABA, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy professionals to provide comprehensive care for children with developmental delays, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role is focused on helping children ages 0-21 reach their full potential with the possibility overseeing Physical Therapy Assistant and their unique caseload.

Job Duties:

• Perform direct physical therapy services for a caseload of patients.
• Conduct initial assessments of patients to create individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Coordinate with families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to meet developmental milestones.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to meet the unique needs of each client.
• Collaborate with other therapists and the client’s family to implement strategies for effective treatment.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.
• Potentially supervise and mentor a PTA per Medicare home health standards which includes direct treatment of the assistant’s caseload intermittently and completion of required comprehensive assessments and evaluations as required.
• Assist with case management and documentation in line with company policies.

Highlighted Benefits:

• 3 Pay Models to Choose From: Pay per visit or salary option with a sliding pay scale based on education and experience.
• Paid Admin Time: Includes time for meetings, professional development, collaboration, and cancellations.
• Caseload: Maintain a small caseload of assigned clients balanced with supervision responsibilities
• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, vision, mental health and dental insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Over 4 weeks of PTO with a tenure-based accrual system and paid sick leave.
• Company Provided Equipment: iPad or laptop, along with all necessary therapy materials.
• Mileage Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Reimbursement: Available for Master’s or Doctorate level graduates.
• Full Front Office Support: Assistance with insurance verification, scheduling, and certification period tracking.
• Flexible Hours: Autonomy over your schedule with no weekend requirements.
• Celebrations: Monthly birthday, anniversary, and milestone lunch celebrations.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Paid training and meetings for working with ABA, PT, and ST providers.
• Career Development Program: Includes weekly supervisor check-ins.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid Colorado state licensure (or pending) as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS CPR Certification.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Professional Liability Insurance.

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Experience with in-home therapy.
• Pediatric experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with EMR Software, preferably KanTime.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Roth IRA
• Mental Health Tele Health
• Teladoc
• Health Advocate
• Prescription Discount
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• HSA
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

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