School-Based Physical Therapist - Full-Time Impact in Education

Bellingham Public Schools; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellingham Public Schools in Bellingham, Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to provide school-based services across the district.

The PT will assess, plan IEP goals, collaborate with staff, travel between schools, and support student access to education. Requirements include degree in physical therapy, MA licensure, experience with children, ability to document progress, and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical therapy (BPT or MPT) from an accredited program
• Licensed to practice physical therapy in Massachusetts
• Experience with children/adolescents in clinical or school settings preferred
• Knowledge of IEP goals, accommodations, and progress reporting
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Responsibilities

• Provide direct school-based physical therapy services and interventions
• Develop and document IEP goals, treatment plans, and progress notes
• Collaborate with teachers, other service providers, and families
• Travel between schools daily to deliver services and attend meetings
• Maintain records, logs, and required Medicaid reports
• Order and manage assistive equipment in collaboration with administration

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Training staff

Electronic data handling

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in physical therapy

Massachusetts licensure

Tools

Word processing

Data management software

Presentation software

Job description

Bellingham Public Schools in Bellingham, Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to provide school-based services across the district.

The PT will assess, plan IEP goals, collaborate with staff, travel between schools, and support student access to education. Requirements include degree in physical therapy, MA licensure, experience with children, ability to document progress, and communicate effectively.