Physical Therapist - School Setting in Jackson, NJ

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Job Description

Make a difference as a contract Physical Therapist supporting students in an educational setting near Jackson, NJ. This role offers the rewarding opportunity to provide essential therapy services to students aged 3 to 21, all within one location. You'll play a key part in helping learners with developmental and multiple physical disabilities reach their full potentialyour expertise will directly impact students educational experience and quality of life.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in New Jersey
• Pediatric experience or background working in school-based settings preferred
• Strong understanding of implementing IEP goals within a therapeutic framework
• Ability to assess and address a variety of physical and developmental disabilities
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining accurate documentation

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with students individualized IEPs
• Create and implement treatment plans tailored to developmental and multiple physical disabilities
• Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to integrate therapeutic interventions into the school environment
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, providing regular progress reports
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for school-based therapy
• Maintain thorough records and documentation of therapy activities and student progress

This contract role has flexibility for part-time or full-time hours, beginning as soon as possible and extending through the end of the school year, with a strong possibility to continue into summer programming.

Be part of an environment where your specialized skills can have lasting impact on the lives of children and young adults. Apply today and help students thriveyour next professional chapter starts here!

Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $100.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.