Physical Therapist
Texas City, TX - USA
Job Summary
Fidelity Partners Services LLC. is currently accepting applications for qualified Educational Physical Therapists.
JOB FUNCTIONS
- Evaluations & Assessments: Conduct formal screenings and assessments to determine if a student qualifies for PT as a related service.
- IEP Development: Write measurable goals objectives and present levels of performance. Participate in IEP and 504 plan meetings.
- Direct & Indirect Therapy: Provide direct one-on-one or group therapy to improve a students strength balance coordination and mobility. Provide indirect consultation by adjusting instructional settings or adapting equipment.
- Assistive Equipment: Recommend configure and maintain adaptive devices wheelchairs and standing or seating positioning devices.
- Collaboration: Train teachers paraprofessionals and parents on how to implement therapeutic strategies manage equipment and ensure the physical safety of students.
- Documentation: Track data maintain therapy records and prepare progress reports.
Qualifications
- Education: A minimum of a Masters degree (or equivalent degree) in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Must hold an active valid state physical therapy license (e.g. Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license).
- Experience: Typically requires at least 1 year of clinical experience in pediatric neurological or physical disabilities rehabilitation.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Mobility: Requires navigating multiple school buildings playgrounds and classrooms.
- Physical Exertion: Involves frequent stooping kneeling crawling and physical assistance with lifting positioning and transferring students or equipment.
- Schedule: Generally follows the standard Monday-Friday school calendar and academic hours removing the need for traditional clinic nights or weekends.
Mandatory Credentials
- State PT License: You must hold an active license from your states physical therapy board.
- PT Degree: You need a Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited school.
- National Exam: You must pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
School-Specific Requirements
- State Education Certification: Some states require a special certificate or registration through their Department of Education to work in public schools.
- Background Clearances: You must pass a criminal background check fingerprinting and child abuse clearances.
- CPR and First Aid: Most districts require current certification in BLS (Basic Life Support) or CPR/AED
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Competitive Compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision options.
- Outstanding career growth potential.
ABOUT US:
Fidelity Partners is a Inc. 5000 USA company that provides medical technical logistical and administrative services to the federal government and commercial Clients across the country. Fidelity offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to learn more about us at or call us at or Join our Team
Fidelity Partners provides equal employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws (EoE).