Part-Time Pediatric PT for Special Education

Solterra-Academy; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Hourly pay reviews

Health/dental/vision insurance

Employer 401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Solterra Academy in New Britain, CT seeks a licensed Physical Therapist for a part-time role (30 hours/week, Mon-Fri 8:00am-2:30pm). You will provide individualized physical therapy services to students with intensive needs and collaborate with clinicians, teachers, and families.

Responsibilities include developing SMART goals, implementing IEPs, tracking progress, and preparing progress reports. CT licensure, CPR, and Crisis Intervention certification required, with training provided.

Qualifications

• State of Connecticut DPH licensure in Physical Therapy required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience with children; severe behavior experience preferred.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare SMART goals and implement IEPs as approved.
• Develop systems to track progress and report IEP progress.
• Participate in PPTs and document reports.
• Screen and treat gross motor disorders; conduct triannual assessments.
• Create treatment plans and collaborate with families to implement home programs.

Skills

CPR Certification

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Solterra Academy in New Britain, CT seeks a licensed Physical Therapist for a part-time role (30 hours/week, Mon-Fri 8:00am-2:30pm). You will provide individualized physical therapy services to students with intensive needs and collaborate with clinicians, teachers, and families.

Responsibilities include developing SMART goals, implementing IEPs, tracking progress, and preparing progress reports. CT licensure, CPR, and Crisis Intervention certification required, with training provided.