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.
This opportunity is for a Physical Therapist providing specialized services within a K-12 educational setting. The position is based in Ballwin, MO, and offers a school-year contract working two days per week with flexible scheduling options.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct physical therapy services to students ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade.
- Manage and support a caseload of approximately 30 students receiving varying frequencies of therapy (weekly, monthly).
- Conduct consultation services for additional students on a monthly or quarterly basis.
- Assume supervisory responsibilities for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), who will be on maternity leave at the start of the year, which may temporarily increase workload.
- Collaborate with school personnel and families to develop and implement individualized therapy plans.
- Maintain prehensive and up-to-date documentation for all therapy services provided.
Desired Qualifications:
- Licensed Physical Therapist with experience working in school-based healthcare environments.
- Proven ability to manage a diverse client load spanning early childhood to high school students.
- Strong supervisory skills and ability to oversee PTA activities.
- Excellent munication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and families.
- Flexibility to acmodate a part-time schedule with potential workload fluctuations.
Location:
- Ballwin, Missouri serving students across the district within the K-12 range.
This contract role offers an excellent chance to utilize your PT skills in an educational setting with a supportive team. Your work will directly contribute to students mobility, functionality, and educational success.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for this rewarding position supporting student health and wellbeing throughout the school year.