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Charlotte County Public Schools
Physical Therapist
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$86,893 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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PCN 93352016PT
Calendar 197/Hrs 8 Paygrade F - $43.80/hr Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package- for employees.
Qualifications:
- At least one of the following qualifications is required:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a relevant major
- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with a relevant major and two (2) years of relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of relevant experience with progressive increase in responsibilities
- Holds valid Florida certification in the area of Physical Therapy
- Holds professional license as an Physical Therapist
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
Performance Responsibilities:
1. Practices according to Chapter 486, Florida Statutes. 2. Provides services including, but not limited to: screening, evaluation, educationally relevant treatment, program planning and consultation. 3. Evaluates need for services in accordance with state and district guidelines and submits reports. 4. Consults with educational staff, parents, and other health professionals regarding students staffed into Physical Therapy Program. 5. Participates in staffing/IEP conferences as assigned. 6. Develops goals and objectives for Individualized Education Plans and/or plan of care using data collected during therapy sessions, evaluations and input from parents and school staff. 7. Schedules and implements comprehensive therapy treatment based upon the evaluation procedures and referral/prescription of the student's physician. 8. Prepares progress reports for all students receiving physical therapy services on a regular basis. 9. Trains, schedules and supervises Physical Therapist Assistants, paraprofessional, or other staff. 10. Utilizes electronic systems of data collection and reporting (including Medicaid billing as appropriate) in accordance with district guidelines. 11. Performs other job-related functions as assigned. Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefits- Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process.