Pediatric School-Based Physical Therapy Assistant

TrulyHired; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Sumter School District is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support students with special education needs under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The PTA will implement treatments, collect data, and adjust interventions to ensure student safety and progress within IEP goals.

Experience in pediatric or school-based settings is preferred, and the role emphasizes collaboration with the IEP team and commitment to accurate documentation and compliance with district

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program is required.
• Pediatric or school-based experience is preferred.
• Must perform under supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision for special education students.
• Implement components of interventions and collect data on progress.
• Modify interventions as directed by the physical therapist to ensure safety and progress.
• Develop individual goals for students and support IEP objectives.
• Record billable treatment times and document Medicaid-related data per guidelines.
• Maintain therapy areas, supplies and participate in staff development.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Sumter School District is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support students with special education needs under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The PTA will implement treatments, collect data, and adjust interventions to ensure student safety and progress within IEP goals.

Experience in pediatric or school-based settings is preferred, and the role emphasizes collaboration with the IEP team and commitment to accurate documentation and compliance with district