Pediatric PTA | School-Based Therapy That Transforms Kids

Easterseals Joliet Region; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS PPO

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid personal days

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job summary

Easterseals Joliet Region is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a school-based position serving students to develop mobility, strength, balance, and participation in classroom activities.

Under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will support individualized treatment plans, document progress, collaborate with teachers and families, and promote student independence through engaging therapy.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois PTA license.
• Previous pediatric and/or school-based experience is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.]
• Passion for helping children reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions to students based on individualized treatment plans.
• Support students in improving mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and participation in school activities.
• Document student progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other members of the educational team.
• Assist with positioning, adaptive equipment, and mobility recommendations.
• Encourage student independence while making therapy engaging and fun.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with professional and agency standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Pediatrics focus

Documentation

Education

Illinois PTA license

Job description

Easterseals Joliet Region is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a school-based position serving students to develop mobility, strength, balance, and participation in classroom activities.

Under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will support individualized treatment plans, document progress, collaborate with teachers and families, and promote student independence through engaging therapy.