School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant

Easter Seals Florida • Daytona Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals Florida is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide school-based pediatric therapy services to students across Volusia County Schools. The role supports children’s developmental and functional goals through treatment plans created by supervising therapists. Mentorship and support are provided to candidates transitioning to school-based therapy. Work follows the academic-year schedule, with flexible scheduling within the school day; full-time staff receive benefits and paid school holidays. Optional Extended School Year assignments may be available for additional earnings.

The position involves documenting progress, outcomes, and billing; using electronic medical records and related software; coordinating care with families and professionals; and supporting therapy equipment and safe, organized therapy environments. The assistant may support clients across Easterseals programs as needed and must maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements. Easterseals Florida is a drug-free, affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from a physical therapist assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• Current Florida Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) License.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Knowledge of therapy-related equipment and safety procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Integrity, tact, and sound judgment.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift, and carry children weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet approved driver qualifications when driving is required, including minimum age of 21 and a good driving history.

Nice To Haves

• National Provider Identifier (NPI) preferred.
• Pediatric experience; training and mentorship are provided.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by supervising therapists.
• Provide therapy services to pediatric clients in support of developmental and functional goals.
• Document client progress, treatment outcomes, and billing information in accordance with program and regulatory requirements.
• Use Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related systems, including Office 365, Teams, and Outlook.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, therapists, and other professionals to coordinate care.
• Assist with managing therapy equipment, including recommendations, ordering, and education for families and staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Support clients across various Easterseals programs as needed.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with privacy and HIPAA requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Drive and transport passengers for program-related needs as required, subject to approved driver qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance for full-time staff.
• Paid time off for full-time staff.
• School-year schedule.
• Paid school holidays for full-time staff, including Winter Break and Spring Break.
• Evenings, weekends, and summers off under the school schedule.
• Optional Extended School Year assignments for additional earnings.
• Mentorship and support for transition to school-based therapy.
• Flexible scheduling within the school day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree