Physical Therapist (PT)-School Based

Genesis HealthCare; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the greater New York area is seeking Pediatric Physical Therapists to deliver specialized therapy to children aged 3-21. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with educational teams, and ensuring compliance with IEPs. Flexible scheduling and competitive pay are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Benefits for full time and part time team members

Access to clinical support teams

Training workshops for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience and/or training specific to pediatric populations required.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally and educationally based intervention to improve safety and independence.
• Implement treatment plans focused on functional outcomes.

Skills

Willingness to work with medically fragile preschool referrals

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Pediatric Physical Therapists NEEDED!!

Why Choose Metro? For over thirty years, Metro Therapy, Inc (now a subsidiary of Powerback Rehab) has been serving the educational and developmental needs of the pediatric populations throughout the greater New York city area. Metro is still locally run by the same family and continues to add diverse leaders who embrace the dedication to the community and yet bring new insightful knowledge that will allow us to provide the absolute best services for our clients. We have recently joined Powerback Rehab in an effort to provide employees with lower cost benefits, access to clinical support teams, and possible career growth opportunities.

Seeking experienced professionals to work with our youngest population!

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

• Early Intervention (NYSDOH approval letter required for Contract Positions)
• Preschool Coverage (Itinerant) throughout Nassau and Suffolk

We offer:

• Flexible scheduling
• Benefits for full time and part time team members (not applicable for 1099)
• Part time preferred hours or full time hours
• Prompt payment for services rendered (some positions)
• Access to clinical support teams
• Training workshops for which professional development credit may be earned
• Pay commensurate with experience

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide developmentally and educationally based intervention to improve safety and independence
• Data input into secure, computerized systems for reports and billing

Job Types: Contract

Pay: $74.00 - $84.00 per hour

Expected hours: FLEXIBLE

Qualifications and Skills

• Appropriate State License
• NYSED Certification Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
• Willingness to work with medically fragile preschool referrals

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist, School Based serves students with various physical, behavioral, and developmental challenges, ages 3-21. Experience and/or training specific to this population is required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing treatment plans focused on functional outcomes
• Delivering individual and group physical therapy as per IEPs
• Collecting data and reporting progress
• Collaborating with other professionals on the treatment team
• Assessing and documenting student progress
• Preparing review reports and goals in accordance with IEP timelines
• Providing parent and caregiver support and education
• Attending school meetings and ensuring a suitable learning environment
• Supervising PTA(s) as needed
• Obtaining physician signatures for referrals
• Following safety and mobility guidelines
• Using communication devices and assistive technology
• Conducting screenings and evaluations for therapy needs
• Maintaining therapy records for compliance and billing
• Participating in training and professional development

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in practice state(s)
• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent
• Current CPR certification