Job Type Full-time, Part-timeDescriptionEarly Intervention Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Developmental InterventionistLocation: Hybrid: Natural environment and Carriage HouseBenefits of Working at Associates in Pediatric Therapy:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 100% Company Provided Life Insurance
- Company Provided Professional Liability Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(K) Match
- Flexible Schedule with Salary and Hourly Opportunities
- Bonuses
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Yearly company retreats and events
- And so much more!
SummaryThe primary responsibility of a Kentucky Early Intervention System (KEIS; formerly First Steps ) provider is to evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients between the ages of birth and three years with needs in the areas of physical, social-emotional, self-help, communication, and cognitive development. KEIS Providers at APT, while working primarily in children's natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers, etc.) also have the opportunity to work in other APT offices and contract locations, depending on the counties/areas served. PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Developmental Interventionists interested in any of these settings can apply for this position. KEIS Provider Essential Duties and Responsibilities (all disciplines):
- Work closely with patients' caregivers and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) through a Coaching Model. Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
- Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
- Maintains professional/technical competencies and proficiencies for job responsibilities and upholds federal/state licensure and ethical expectations.
KEIS Physical Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:
- Examines and evaluates children from birth to age 3 with a variety of congenital and orthopedic conditions to improve mobility through skilled gross motor interventions including but not limited to gait training, equipment and orthotic management, neuromuscular re-education, and therapeutic exercises.
- Our ideal candidate holds a doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).
KEIS Occupational Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Requirements:
- Evaluate children from birth to age 3 for fine motor development, visual motor development, sensory processing and modulation differences, executive functioning skills, and more in order to determine impact on activities of daily living (ADLs), rest and sleep, education, play, leisure, and social participation.
- Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Occupational Therapy and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).?
KEIS Speech-Language Pathologist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:
- Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for speech, language, oral motor, voice, fluency, articulation, or social communication disorders to achieve highest level of functioning and prevent regression.
- Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).?
KEIS Developmental Interventionist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:
- Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for cognitive and social interaction skills to achieve highest level of functioning and to prevent regression.
- Our ideal candidate holds a bachelors degree and an interdisciplinary early childhood education (IECE) certificate, a probationary or emergency IECE certificate, or a valid statement of eligibility for IECE certification issued by the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board, Division of Certification.?
RequirementsGet to Know Associates in Pediatric Therapy:Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) was founded in 2007 by our CEO Renea Sageser to provide clinics in rural areas so children may receive the quality services they need closer to home. We have recently expanded our practices from Kentucky and Indiana to Tennessee! Here at APT we pride ourselves in establishing a culture that prioritizes family-centered care in order to Advance Patients to their next Therapeutic Level. APT values our patients and employees by being 100% family focused, offering flexible employment opportunities, mentorship opportunities, and community involvement. Since our founding APT has been awarded Best Places to Work in Kentucky for 6 years consecutively!APT is always looking for talented, passionate, and committed therapists and support staff to serve our patients' therapeutic needs. If you are passionate about providing pediatric services to patients and families using a team approach and you have a nature that is self-motivating, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible, loyal, and respectful for all areas of diversity we would love to chat with you. We invite you to learn more about working for APT by visiting our website at and hear from our therapists directly by watching this video -> APT Employee ThoughtsAssociates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.