Central Office_Physical Therapist (Exceptional Education) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The DeKalb County School District is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat students with physical disabilities within the school setting. This role emphasizes school-based therapy, collaboration with staff, families, and a multidisciplinary team to maximize student access to education and mobility.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, adjusting treatment plans, and coordinating with teachers and administrators to support individualized education programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a Georgia PSC approved accredited college or university in Physical Therapy education.
• Minimum one year of general physical therapy experience.
• Valid physical therapy license issued by the State of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats children with special physical needs.
• Educates staff and family members on patient care, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge to support treatment plans.
• Documents each patient's progress and adapts treatment plans as required, maintaining meticulous records of patient care.
• Orders equipment and assistive devices as needed for patients, making modifications to processes to enhance performance within the department.
• Writes comprehensive reports that accurately reflect patient care activities and outcomes.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care and ensures continuity of services for patients.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical therapy

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - DeKalb County School District

Central Office_Physical Therapist (Exceptional Education) 2026-2027 JobID: 23549

• Position Type: Student Services/ Physical Therapist
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Student Services
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Physical Therapist.

Salary Grade/Schedule: Z-Schedule

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The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Title: Physical Therapist

Evaluates and treats children with physical disabilities to enhance school access. Educates staff and parents on proper care techniques and assists in acquiring mobility aids. Works independently with minimal supervision, applying intermediate-level knowledge to provide care for students.

Essential Job Duties

• Evaluates and treats children with special physical needs.
• Educates staff and family members on patient care, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge to support treatment plans.
• Documents each patient's progress and adapts treatment plans as required, maintaining meticulous records of patient care.
• Orders equipment and assistive devices as needed for patients, making modifications to processes to enhance performance within the department.
• Writes comprehensive reports that accurately reflect patient care activities and outcomes.
• Maintains records diligently, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and reflects any changes in treatment or patient status.
• Ensures that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care and ensures continuity of services for patients.
• Identifies problems and resolves moderately complex issues related to patient care and therapy protocols.
• Makes minor modifications to processes to enhance the performance of the department as appropriate.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in Physical Therapy education required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in general physical therapy practice required.
• Valid physical therapy license issued by the State of Georgia required.

The Department of Exceptional Education is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist. Caseloads include preschool and school aged students. Applicants should be knowledgeable about physical therapy needs for students with disabilities. Expertise in assessment, intervention, and documentation as it relates to school-based physical therapy is essential. The candidate must be able to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, administrators as well as other professionals.

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