Physical Therapist (Pediatrics)

Job Description

Job Description

Who are we?

Emerge Pediatric Therapy is a leader in Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapy. We are a women owned and therapist owned small business that has been serving the Triangle Area for over 20 years.

What do we do?

Emerge Pediatric Therapy provides therapeutic services to support the children and their families in our community. We empower caregivers to help their children develop into confident children. We also support our therapists. We want to see our therapists grow in their careers.

Where are we going?

We have grown our practice to better serve more of the Triangle and surrounding areas. Since 2020, we have opened two additional locations to now include, Cary, Carrboro and Durham. Emerge Pediatric Therapy is a growth-driven practice. Our future goals include continuing to expand our team, to further develop our teams’ specialty skills, and to become the #1 sought-after pediatric clinic for both our clients and employees.

Why should you join us? Emerge Pediatric Therapy Be sure of your career…

Our “Clinical Ladder” program guides you through career development, including leadership and continuing education benchmarks.

Be encouraged to pursue your interests…

As our therapists become more confident in their careers, we encourage them to explore, research, and develop skills in specialty areas or niche populations.

Be taken care of…

We offer a competitive Benefits Package, handles NPI and credentialing, provides annual CEU funds (starting at $600), and provides mentorship

Be celebrated…

We love a good celebration

Milestone celebrations

Staff social events

Coffee and treat days

Physical Therapist The Physical Therapist will have a passion for working with children and families in a supportive, collaborative, and fun environment, and to enhance the lives of those we serve and the families who love them through improving the clients’ functional level. Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and timely evaluations and session documentation

Uphold the reputation of the company by carrying out highly beneficial treatment sessions

Educate clients / families on the plan of care to ensure carryover and consistency

Complete therapy in a fun, creative way that adheres to guidelines of best practice

Submit accurate charges in a timely manner

Set achievable goals that are met in a timely manner

Complete discharge summaries at the conclusion of care

Seek parent recommendation(s) and / or review(s)

Promote the company genuinely in the community

Education & Certifications

Masters Degree in Physical Therapy

NC therapy licensure in good standing

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Uphold the company’s reputation by conducting highly beneficial and neurodiversity-affirming treatment sessions

Maintain a positive outlook on life

Stay flexible with the ability to adapt quickly to changes

Exhibit responsibility and professionalism

Enjoy working with the pediatric population and their families

Demonstrate good communication skills

Desire to learn and advance skills

Drive to reach goals / targets

Think creatively

Build and foster relationships

Solve problems effectively and efficiently

Maintain an excellent attendance record and punctuality

Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with others

Work effectively in a deadline-driven, multi-priority environment; consistently use effective time management skills and appropriate resource management; communicate interference and delays to the supervisor

Provide others with timely and organized information; give clear directions, share responsibility and accountability; include and consult with appropriate individuals as needed

Deliver accurate results that are well thought-out and complete; exhibit a high standard for excellence and attention to detail; relay information that is sufficiently detailed and produces the desired effect from the customer

Use logical methods to solve problems while producing effective solutions; probe all appropriate resources for solutions; take initiative to identify and improve systems and processes

Relate well with all types of people, remain attentive and actively listen; show patience to hear others out and build rapport with dignity and tact; manage change effectively and promote acceptance; encourage, motivate, and communicate clearly and effectively

Salary, Benefits & Perks

Emerge Pediatric Therapy offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and many perks including :

Health Insurance; medical, dental and vision

IRA Plan with 3% matching

Professional Development

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Work Life Balance & Flexibility

Additional Perks