Date: 7/2/2026

Service Area: Early Intervention,

(Birth- 3), OPWDD (Children & Adults)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluation & Assessment
 

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, including:

       -Gross motor development
       -Muscle strength and tone
       -Balance, coordination, and posture
       -Range of motion and mobility
       -Functional movement and gait analysis
 

• Participate in Multidisciplinary Evaluations (MDEs) when required

• Identify physical and developmental delays impacting mobility and                    independence     

• Prepare detailed evaluation reports with clinical recommendations

2. Treatment Planning
 

• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with:

       -IFSP (Early Intervention) outcomes
       -ISP/Life Plan (OPWDD) goals
 

• Establish measurable goals addressing:

       -Gross motor skill development
       -Mobility and functional independence
       -Strength, endurance, and coordination
       -Postural control and alignment
 

• Update plans based on participant progress and reassessment

3. Service Delivery
 

• Provide direct physical therapy services in:

Home settings
Daycare/early childhood programs

Community environments
 

• Utilize evidence-based and developmentally appropriate interventions

• Implement therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and positioning strategies 

• Provide caregiver training to support carryover of skills

• Recommend assistive devices, orthotics, and adaptive equipment when needed

• Collaborate with ABA, OT, Speech, and other providers

4. Documentation & Reporting
 

• Complete all required documentation, including:

       -Session notes (within 24–48 hours)
       -Evaluation reports
       -Progress reports
       -Treatment plans and updates
 

• Ensure documentation meets:

       -Medicaid billing requirements
       -Early Intervention and OPWDD standards
 

• Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready records

5. Collaboration & Team Participation
 

• Participate in:

       -IFSP meetings (Early Intervention)
       -ISP/Life Plan meetings (OPWDD)
 

• Maintain ongoing communication with:

       -Families and caregivers
       -Service coordinators and care managers
       -Interdisciplinary team members

6. Compliance & Ethics
 

• Adhere to all applicable regulations and standards, including:

      -New York State Department of Health Early Intervention requirements
      -Office for People With Developmental Disabilities HCBS Waiver standards
      -Medicaid billing and documentation regulations
      -HIPAA confidentiality requirements
 

• Maintain ethical and professional conduct at all times

MEDICAID BILLING RESPONSIBILITIES

The PT is responsible for ensuring that all services are:

• Medically necessary

• Authorized prior to delivery

• Properly documented

Services may include:
 

• Evaluations

• Individual therapy sessions

• Group therapy sessions (if applicable)

All billing must comply with Medicaid standards and be supported by complete documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required
 

• Doctorate or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

• Active NYS License as a Physical Therapist

• Minimum 2+ years of experience working with                                                                  -Early Intervention (Birth–3) preferred

       -Individuals with developmental or physical disabilities

Preferred
 

• Experience with:

       -Pediatric physical therapy
       -Neuromuscular and developmental disorders
       -Assistive technology and mobility devices
       

• Bilingual (Spanish or other languages)

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS & CLEARANCES
 

• Active NYS PT License (in good standing)

• Professional Liability Insurance ($1M/$3M minimum)

• CPR/First Aid Certification

• Mandated Reporter Training (NYS)

• Background clearance

COMPENSATION

• Competitive hourly rate: $75 – $115 per hour (based on experience)

• Compensation structure:

       -Per session / per billable hour

• Payment contingent upon:

       -Completed documentation
       -Verified service delivery
       -Medicaid compliance

WORK SCHEDULE
       -Flexible scheduling based on assigned cases
       -Evening and weekend availability preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT
 

• Services provided in:

       -Homes
       -Daycare centers
       -Community settings
   

• Travel required within service areas

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
 

• Ability to:     

       -Lift, assist, and position participants safely
       -Demonstrate exercises and mobility techniques
       -Stand, walk, and move for extended periods

KEY COMPETENCIES
 

• Strong clinical and motor development assessment skills

• Knowledge of pediatric and rehabilitative physical therapy

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Cultural competence and family-centered approach

• Organizational and documentation accuracy

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

All services must be delivered in accordance with:
 

• NYS DOH Early Intervention Program standards

• OPWDD HCBS Waiver requirements

• Medicaid billing and documentation guidelines