School-Based Physical Therapist

Child'sPlay Therapy Center•Pell City, AL

9d•$45 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Child’sPlay is seeking a motivated physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to join its part-time school team at a public school system outside the Birmingham metro area. The role offers a school schedule and a small-practice environment, with the opportunity to join a practice that has more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services in academic settings. Child’sPlay is part of Cicero Therapies, a public benefit company focused on high-quality therapeutic services for children, families, and communities. The organization also provides outpatient therapy services, creating opportunities for collaboration across settings and disciplines. Clinicians receive training and clinical education, peer mentorship and support, and potential long-term career and leadership opportunities.

Requirements

Licensed to practice physical therapy.
Pediatric physical therapy experience or other clinical experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy services for clients.
Complete required client documentation.
Collaborate with Child’sPlay colleagues and the school team to discuss client progress and recommendations.
For physical therapists (PTs) only, perform diagnostic evaluations and document, analyze, and interpret results.
Collaborate with teachers, special education coordinators, and other service providers to help clients reach their goals.
Attend IEP meetings to advocate for clients’ school-based services.
Participate in the mentorship network as a mentee or mentor.