Pediatric / School Based Physical Therapist / PT / LPT / JOS0000 - (US-TX-Carrollton - 75011)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 45290367
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EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN DESERVE EXCEPTIONAL THERAPISTS.... Our Client is a Public School System located in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metropolis. This Pediatric Physical Therapy position will be a "Contract" position working 3 days per week...or could be as an "Employee" working 5 days per week. Caseload will be 40-45 students with the scheduling being done by the therapist. Students range in age from 3-21; with various disabilities such as CP, mental retardation, etc. All students are eligible for special education and physical therapy in an educational setting. Students served receive a combination of direct and consult support. Some students are only on a consult basis, so their frequency of support is limited. You would provide therapy on-12 campuses, with all being reachable within 15-20 minutes of one another. However, not all campuses are served every week. Some campuses may only have 1 student who receives a small amount of times per grading period (9-weeks), so that campus would only be visited on a "need to:" basis. You would be able to utilize a combination of models...from inclusion, pullout, in conjunction with other therapies such as OT. Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy; a current state license (or eligible). PAY RANGE: $37 - $42 based on experience. However, don't let the hourly rate deter you from applying as we can negotiate to get a better rate if needed. Pediatric therapy is our specialty - and our expertise is backed by excellent hourly rates and per diem offered based upon IRS eligibility. Additional benefits include: nationally recognized medical insurance, 401K, generous relocation and continuing education assistance, optional paid leave, reimbursement for state licensure and/or teacher certifications, and completion bonuses. Our management team provides 24/7-telephone support to our therapists - you are not alone when you are on assignment with us! In addition, we provide Clinical Coordinators to assist our therapists in managing their caseloads effectively. Our Clinical Coordinators are experienced therapists who have excelled within their profession and are able to help you succeed on the team. Respond now and learn how YOU can be a part of our team! There is never a charge to applicants and new grads are always encouraged to apply. Simply apply to us through this website, - or visit us at our own website at http://www.pediastaff.com and one of our counselors will contact you right away to understand your preferences in geography, setting, availability, and whether you are interested in contract, permanent or either -- and we can get started! Pediatric therapy is our specialty- and our expertise is backed by excellent hourly rates and per diem offered based upon IRS eligibility. Additional benefits include: nationally recognized medical insurance, 401K, generous relocation and continuing education assistance, optional paid leave, reimbursement for state licensure and/or teacher certifications, and completion bonuses. Our management team provides 24/7-telephone support to our contract therapists - you are not alone when you are on assignment with us! In addition, we provide Clinical Coordinators to assist our therapists in managing their caseloads effectively. Our Clinical Coordinators are experienced therapists who have excelled within their profession and are able to help you succeed on the our team. Respond now and learn how YOU can be a part of our team! There is never a charge to applicants and new grads are always encouraged to apply. ...BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENT CHILDREN...ONE PROFESSIONAL AT A TIME! keywords: PT, pediatric,physical, therapist, school based, therapy, education, travel, contract, permanent

Compensation: Negotiable depending on experience, setting and geography

Experience: Must have a BS, MS or Doctorate in Physical Therapy. New Graduates welcome to apply Orientation and on-going clinical support provided.

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