School-Based Physical Therapist (PTA)

Strides Therapy and Educational Services • Warrenton, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a therapist-owned, clinician-led company committed to helping students succeed while providing exceptional support to our clinicians. We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our school-based therapy team. This is an in-person role located in Warrenton, VA.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state PTA license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary educational team.

Nice To Haves

• Previous pediatric or school-based experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will provide direct physical therapy services to students as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist students in improving functional mobility, balance, strength, coordination, endurance, posture, and gross motor skills necessary for participation in the school environment.
• Support students with transfers, gait training, stair negotiation, and safe mobility throughout the school setting.
• Assist with positioning, adaptive equipment, orthotics, mobility devices, and wheelchair management as directed by the supervising PT.
• Monitor student performance and collect objective data on progress toward IEP goals.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of therapy sessions and student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, school staff, and other related service providers to support student success.
• Assist with implementing accommodations and mobility strategies within classrooms and throughout the school environment.
• Prepare therapy materials and maintain therapy equipment.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings as requested by the supervising PT.
• Maintain compliance with district policies, IDEA regulations, HIPAA/FERPA requirements, and professional standards.
• Travel between school sites as assigned, if applicable.

Benefits

• Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Group professional liability insurance
• Dedicated Educational Services Manager
• Employee Assistance program
• EAP short-term disability
• Cancer insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• Catastrophe medical

What This Job Offers

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