School-Based Physical Therapist
About The Position
Cross Country Education is seeking a school-based Physical Therapist in La Plata, Maryland, to provide individualized therapy and collaborate with school teams and families. The role supports students’ mobility, independence, and success in the educational setting. The Physical Therapist conducts formal and informal assessments for Pre-K–12 students, focusing on gross motor development, functional mobility, adaptive skills, and activities of daily living. The therapist develops and delivers therapy goals and services through IEP/IFSP processes, including recommendations for service frequency and intensity, accommodations, and equipment. The position also involves collaborating with educators, families, related-service providers, medical professionals, and community partners to support students’ participation, mobility, independence, and access to learning. The therapist completes evaluations, therapy documentation, and progress reports, as well as Medicaid billing, while meeting regulatory and service timelines. The position offers a full-time, 35-hour workweek.
Requirements
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.
- Current Maryland Physical Therapist License issued by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with school-based evaluations, IEP/IFSP development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and consultation with families and educational staff.
Responsibilities
- Conduct formal and informal assessments for Pre-K–12 students, focusing on gross motor development, functional mobility, adaptive skills, and activities of daily living.
- Create and implement therapy goals and services through IEP/IFSP processes.
- Recommend therapy frequency and intensity, accommodations, and equipment.
- Collaborate with educators, families, related-service providers, medical professionals, and community partners to support students’ participation, mobility, independence, and access to learning.
- Complete therapy documentation, evaluations, progress reports, and Medicaid billing while meeting regulatory and service timelines.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $51.20–$52.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid sick leave.
- Consistent, full-time 35-hour workweek.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
