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AMN Corporate
Physical Therapist (PT) - School
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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.
$91,449 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
JOB DETAILS AMN
Healthcare is partnering with a Brooklyn, NY school district to hire a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) to work with one of the top districts in the area, providing services to children of all ages. Generally, the PT will conduct assessments, build and execute effective treatment plans, and educate students to reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.Responsibilities for this role include:
- Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students restore and maintain their physical functions.
- Screen and evaluate students referred to Physical Therapy treatment.
- Appropriately collect data, report findings.
- Diagnose movement dysfunction and create personalized treatment plans to help patients reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.
- Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required.
- Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards.
- Participate on a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student treatment. Benefits Box School Physical Therapy (PT) assignments are typically 9 months in length but can vary from 4 to 26 weeks (about 6 months) depending on the contract. School PT assignments offer a generous benefits package that includes:
- W-2 Employment Status with Professional and General Liability Coverage
- Day 1 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching
- Accident and Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Clinical Support
- License Reimbursement Wherever You Work
- Free Continuing Education
- Housing Assistance and Travel Reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping schools provide quality support that continually evolves to make education more personalized, more effective, and more accessible for all students.- Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company.
REQUIREMENTS
Physical Therapist, School- Graduate from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
- Pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
- Active Physical Therapy (PT) license in NY
- Clear, articulate communication skills
- Ability to explain results to a varied audience
- Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
- Completion of a criminal record and background check
BENEFITS
School assignments are typically nine months in length but can vary depending on the length of the contract and school calendar. School assignments offer a generous benefits package that includes: W-2 Employment Status with Professional and General Liability Coverage Day 1 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Accident and Short-Term Disability Coverage Employee Stock Purchase Plan Clinical Support License Reimbursement Wherever You Work Free Continuing Education Housing Assistance and Travel ReimbursementFACILITY
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At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.- Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)