Physical Therapist – Kids First

University of Arkansas System

Physical Therapist providing assessments and treatments for children with special healthcare needs. Working at UAMS Kids First clinic in Arkansas, focusing on gross motor delays and disabilities.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeWarren • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides gross motor assessment and treatment using evidence-based techniques in a naturalistic, developmentally appropriate manner.
On receipt of a prescription, evaluates to determine muscle tone, reflexes, strength, balance, range of motion, locomotion delays/disorders and/or potential orthopedic concerns using appropriate diagnostic instruments.
Also, determines the need for adaptive equipment and referral for orthotics.
Reviews results of standardized scores along with informed clinical judgment and observations to make the correct diagnosis.
Translates the obtained information into a professional, typed document along with treatment recommendations, developing appropriate goals and objectives as related to patient’s needs.
Confers with the Medical Director when necessary regarding said results/recommendations.
Implements direct therapy for children, based upon findings using evidence-based techniques.
Continually monitors progress and makes modifications to treatment plan as needed.
Documents services provided in a professional, timely manner.
Carefully, prepares and provides billing documents according to KIDS FIRST and Medicaid guidelines on a weekly basis.
Verifies accuracy billing documents through careful review of progress notes, treatment room sign-out forms, and child’s individual prescription requirements.
Collaborates and communicates with families, other therapists, nurses, social workers, director, developmental staff, and contractors to provide the best quality of care and optimal outcomes for each child.
Encourage families to take an active role in supporting their child’s development using the principles of Family Centered Care.
Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program. This includes participation in the training of students and pre-service professionals, education and outreach to stakeholders, families served, and community partners. May include training and participation in research projects or other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2002 OR Master’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2016 OR Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
Current Arkansas Physical Therapy License or eligible to obtain license within 1 month of date of hire
Intermediate computer skills
Candidate must pass state abuse registry checks, drug screen, submit to a TB skin test and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Hard Skills & Tools

gross motor assessmenttreatment planningmuscle tone evaluationreflex assessmentstrength evaluationbalance assessmentrange of motion evaluationlocomotion assessmentadaptive equipment determinationorthotic referral

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationclinical judgmentprofessional documentationfamily-centered caretraining and educationmonitoring progressmodification of treatment plansinterpersonal skillsorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Physical TherapyMaster’s degree in Physical TherapyDoctorate degree in Physical TherapyArkansas Physical Therapy License