School Physical Therapist (PT)

Company: Healthpro Heritage, LLC
Location: Rockford
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Physical Therapist -

• School Physical Therapist position available to begin August 2022
• Rockford area of IL
• Full Time / 7.5 Hours daily / 37.5 hours weekly
• Must have IL license
• School Experience required
• Strong computer skills and technology skills required
• Observations, evaluations, and consultations
• Must be available for on-site -services and virtual services
• 1-3+ Schools / K-12th gradeWe value our physical therapists and their dedication to - -of making a difference in a child's life. That is why we make it a priority to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional Development
  • Continuing Education and more!HealthPRO -/Heritage is a national leading provider of highly skilled Physical Therapists and educators. We hire Physical Therapists who share our vision, work diligently, and provide best practices in Physical Therapy that will change children's lives for the better. If you are a passionate, talented PT that wants to help children across the country, then maybe it is time to look at our company.Looking forward to speaking with you!Cindy MecklingDirector of Recruitment - Peds/School DivisionHealthPRO --Heritage -cmeckling@healthpro-heritage.com267.810.1373 - Direct
    • Consult and collaborate with School staff and families in regards to developmental, neuromuscular, congenital, skeletal, disability-related, and acquired conditions as: -
      • -Development delays, incoordination, musculoskeletal Pain, strength and range of motion difficulties, orthopedic injuries, gait deviations, cystic fibrosis, neuromuscular diseases, torticollis, Spina Bifida, etc.
        • Conduct initial screenings as well as comprehensive evaluations in the area of physical therapy to determine students need for services or need of dismissal from services
        • Participate in the IEP process in developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Physical Therapy services
        • Provide Physical Therapy sessions through the use of current best practices based on prescribed services in the IEP
        • Maintain all documentation required by the district including, but not limited to, daily notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEP's
          • Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy. (or Master's Degree with)
          • Must hold a current license to practice in the state of practice
          • Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional developmentcmeckling@healthpro-heritage.com

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