What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist: School-Based PT/PTA Broward County Florida position at Kids First Therapeutic Services, LLC?
School Based Physical Therapist (PT/PTA)-Broward County, Florida
Looking to start a new and exciting position as a school-based PT? Come join the Kids First Team in Broward County, Florida for the 26/27 School Year!
We are looking for committed and client-focused School- Based Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of students aged 3-21 years with physical, mental or developmental conditions. You will offer effective evidence- based and client-centered services that will enable students to confidently and independently participate and access their educational program. Guaranteed Highest Pay Rate! Don't get pressured to 'sign on' until you speak with us. Schools are located in the Fort Lauderdale area.
Kids First is a Broward-based, therapist owned and operated company providing OT/PT/SLP services for Broward County Schools for over 20 years. We will provide you with the support and mentorship to ensure your success.
Responsibilities
- Address aspects of students performance to support engagement in educationally relevant occupations that affect function.
- Participate in the development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and 504 Plans.
- Attendance at required eligibility, 504 Plan, IEP and dismissal meetings.
- Select and adapt the appropriate physical therapy framework, theory, treatment, and methods to direct the process of interventions and evaluations.
- Apply EB interventions to maximize safety and performance.
- Teach and educate students on new ways of approaching tasks and how to break down activities into achievable components for success.
- Assess students' educational environment and advice on modifications consistent with their needs and abilities.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and mobility devices and train in its use.
- Guide and educate IEP and 504 Team members on best practices for educationally relevant PT to support student success.
- Record-keeping, data collection and reporting on students' progress of goals and objectives on IEP's.
Skills
- Proven work experience as a Physical Therapist in Pediatrics.
- Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of educationally relevant physical therapy services.
- Familiarity with interpretation and analysis of psychometric properties of evaluation tools.
- Ability to manage and adapt to a quickly changing, fast-paced environment.
- Current knowledge of treatment practices and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.
- Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and interprofessional skills.
- Fluent in oral and written English.
- Valid Florida license to practice physical therapy.
- Knowledge of Professional Regulations and APTA Code of Ethics.
- BS degree or greater in Physical Therapy.
Job Types: Full-time/Part-time- Travel Required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $58.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58