Get Savvy with Your Job Selection!
Select Savvy is currently seeking an outstanding Physical Therapist in Chicago Heights, IL. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive school-based team dedicated to helping students thrive both physically and academically.
What We Offer:
- Free CEUs
- Professional Development Stipend
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Weekly Pay
- Access to our Wellness Program
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments using standardized tests, clinical observations, and document reviews to determine the need for physical therapy services.
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans for eligible students in accordance with their IEPs.
- Maintain thorough documentation, including evaluations, IEP goals, progress reports, classroom/home programs, and other required records.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support students’ functional participation within the educational setting.
- Recommend and assist with adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and classroom strategies to enhance student access and performance.
- Partner with families to communicate therapy plans and address student needs.
- Maintain and adapt specialized therapy equipment to support student care.
- Research and recommend appropriate equipment and identify funding resources as needed.
- Provide in-service training to school personnel on physical therapy services, strategies for inclusion, and student support.
- Supervise physical therapist assistants (PTAs) and mentor student interns from academic programs.
- Manage therapy department supplies and ensure compliance with state and district record-keeping requirements.
- Travel between school sites as needed to deliver services.
Requirements:
- Active IL PT License (IDFPR)
- Experience in schools or pediatrics
About Us:
We are a boutique Search and Staffing firm focused on connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities. We provide an authentic hiring experience, excellent benefits, and tailored support for our candidates.
We are committed to:
- Aligning your work wellness with your professional goals.
- Offering resources and tools to help you grow in your career.
- Promoting diversity and inclusion by addressing under-representation in workplaces and leadership roles.
Your experience matters to us, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!
Looking forward to connecting with you!
Happy Hunting!
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
