What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at School District of Lee County?
We are seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist to join our team at The School District of Lee County, who will provide educationally relevant physical therapy services to students with disabilities in a safe and cost-effective manner that supports the goals of the District.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
- One (1) year of experience working with the pediatric population, preferably in a school setting.
- Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff preferred.
- Valid Florida license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
- Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Industry certification preferred.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.
Essential Job Functions
- Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and other therapists to insure the provision of physical therapy as indicated on each student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
- Evaluate students as required utilizing appropriate formal and informal assessment instruments.
- Develop and implement plan of care based on student IEP goals.
- Provide inservice training as requested.
- Consult with professionals, paraprofessionals, families, community agencies, and others as appropriate.
- Obtain medical data necessary for provision of therapy services.
- Participate in educational planning conferences to develop goals for therapy that are integrated with classroom goals.
- Assist in the selection/adaptations/management of equipment and supplies as necessary.
- Maintain up-to-date accurate records and submit reports as appropriate.
- Assist in the supervision of licensed Physical Therapy Assistants and student interns when directed.
- Demonstrate understanding of the needs and interests of students with varying abilities.
- Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information.
- Comply with federal, state, District, and department laws, policies, regulations, and procedures relating to the provision of physical therapy services.
- Administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guidelines.
- Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students through physical therapy, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The School District of Lee County!
Pay: Starting at $64,500 per year
About the School District of Lee County
The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and the 27th-largest school district in the United States*. We proudly educate over 101,000 students in grades K-12. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With 12,000 full- and part-time employees, the School District is one of the county's largest employers, and with the District's construction program, building new schools, and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developer.
*Source: National Center for Education Statistics
Salary : $64,500