School Physical Therapist

Care Options for Kids; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna

Life, LTD & STD

Supplemental Insurances

401k (once eligible)

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Discipline-specific mentor

Online community of clinicians

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist to deliver coordinated PT services to school-aged children, focusing on fine motor and sensory integration. You will evaluate student needs and design interventions within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include planning and implementing therapy, documenting progress, and communicating with families and school staff. Pediatric focus and strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children in therapy settings.
• Ability to coordinate with teachers, nurses and other clinicians.
• Knowledge of pediatric PT assessment and intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated physical therapy to school-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate therapies to improve fine motor and sensory skills.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support student goals.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation.

Skills

Pediatric PT

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Masters or PhD in Physical Therapy

Current Active State License to practice PT in New Jersey

Job description

School-Based Physical Therapist

• $55-$60/hour

Position Summary: The position of School-Based Physical Therapist provides coordinated physical therapy to school-aged children. They plan, implement, and evaluate students to provide appropriate fine motor and/or sensory integration skills. They evaluate occupational roles and physical performance of students with physical and/or cognitive impairments. They provide interventions based on student deficits and they collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Benefits/Compensation:

• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Education/License/Certification:

• Masters, or PhD in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution of higher education
• Current Active State License to practice Physical Therapy in New Jersey.

Experience/Requirements:

• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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