School-Based Physical Therapist - Apopka, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Degree in Physical Therapy, active Physical Therapist license and 1+ year of Physical Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time Physical Therapist position is available for the 2024-2025 school year serving K-12 students in a dynamic school district in Tavares, FL. This contract role involves working with a diverse caseload of approximately 40 students across multiple school locations, providing specialized therapy services to support student health and learning.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering physical therapy evaluations, treatments, and consultations for school-aged children (K-12).
• Collaborating with educators, families, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Managing a caseload of students requiring therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, function, and participation.
• Traveling itinerary-style among various schools within the district as needed to provide consistent therapy support.
• Documenting therapy sessions, progress notes, and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid and active professional license for Physical Therapy.
• Experience working with pediatric populations in a school or clinical setting preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently while providing high-quality care.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with school staff and families.
• Willingness to travel among multiple school sites during the workweek.

Location:

• Tavares, FL, with services provided across multiple schools in the district.

Schedule:

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
• Typical schedule includes 8 hours per day with 30 minutes unpaid break.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to student well-being and educational success through specialized therapeutic support within an educational environment. Professionals with 0-10+ years of experience in physical therapy are encouraged to explore this role, which supports professional growth within the public school setting.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply to collaborate on improving student physical health and educational outcomes throughout the school year.