Physical Therapist - Disability Services

Physical Therapist Position

Begin a fulfilling career with Via of the Lehigh Valley, a Top Workplace winner! We are hiring a Physical Therapist to provide services to children from birth to three years of age in Northampton and Lehigh Counties. The payrate for this position is $40-$45/hour.

You will enjoy the following when working at VIA:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee.
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.
• 9 paid holidays. Including your birthday holiday! Employees also receive a floating cultural holiday!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.
• Education incentive: earn more when you obtain a degree or certification.
• Paid training and mileage reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees can access on their first date of hire. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional support such as counseling, employee/family financial services, employee/family legal services, employee/family work-life services, etc.
• Employee referral-bonus program.
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.

As a Physical Therapist you will:

• Evaluate the developmental skills of infants and toddlers from birth through age three and provide written reports.
• Work with families and caregivers to identify priorities for their child and the family.
• Develop physical therapy intervention plans based on family priorities.
• Utilize therapeutic strategies using the Early Intervention family coaching model to address developmental delays of identified children.
• Train, and support family/caregivers to attain outcomes established in intervention plans.
• Document daily activities of children and report on progress.
• Prepare physical therapy materials for use with children/families.
• Maintain communication with the Early Intervention Director and all team members.
• Maintain positive communication with funders, other providers, and the public.

Position requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Pennsylvania Physical Therapy License required.
• Minimum one year of experience working with preschool children with disabilities and their families.
• Knowledge of typical infant/toddler development, developmental disabilities.
• Experience with child development, adaptive equipment, and strategies.
• Ability to interact positively and work with the team.
• Must have valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Traveling within the community is required.
• Must have flexibility with schedule.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel as well as ability to utilize agency databases.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to work under pressure and to manage multiple tasks, with flexibility to meet changing needs and priorities as they occur.
• Work in an office environment, within the community, and in community homes.
• Standing, sitting, lifting, and walking required daily.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to a variety of environments.

We invest in our team through training, career development and educational assistance. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages the success of the individuals we serve and our employees. This success comes from living our values: People, Growth, Teamwork, Community, Diversity, Shared Ideas and Advocacy. Join our team and grow a fulfilling career with us!

Change lives. Work for VIA.

Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.