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The Speech Pathology Group & Rehab Services of CT (SPGCT) is growing and looking for a passionate Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our school-based therapy team in Connecticut.
This is a great opportunity for a pediatric PT/PTA who enjoys working with children, collaborating with educators and related service providers, and creating fun, functional therapy experiences that help students participate more fully in their school environment.
In addition to physical therapy, SPGCT offers families a broad scope of services including speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, ABA, and aquatic therapy, creating exciting opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Pediatric-focused work in educational environments
- Collaboration with teachers, families, and related service providers
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Opportunities to contribute to and grow SPGCT's pediatric PT program
- Creative, engaging, and evidence-based approach to therapy
- Supportive leadership and a team that values your ideas and expertise
Responsibilities
School-Based PT/PTA responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluating students and determining appropriate physical therapy needs, as applicable
- Conducting family interviews and providing education regarding therapy recommendations and student needs
- Creating individualized treatment plans based on each student's functional needs and goals
- Providing treatment to improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, motor skills, posture, and functional movement
- Supporting students with developmental, orthopedic, and mobility needs
- Implementing therapy in fun, creative, and engaging ways appropriate for each student
- Assessing student progress and modifying treatment approaches as needed
- Supporting students' ability to safely participate in school activities and routines
- Providing instruction and education to students, families, and school staff regarding safety, positioning, mobility, and home exercise programs when appropriate
- Collaborating with teachers, families, school staff, and other healthcare and related service professionals
- Participating in multidisciplinary collaboration opportunities
- Supporting appropriate use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, orthotics, and mobility devices
- Maintaining timely and accurate documentation and billing
- Participating in department, school, and PT staff meetings as appropriate
- Ensuring student health, safety, dignity, and well-being at all times
- Performing additional responsibilities as assigned by administration
Pediatric PT Experience
Experience with some or all of the following areas is highly valued:
- Developmental motor skills
- Movement and mobility
- Strengthening
- Motor learning
- Balance and coordination
- Recreation, play, and leisure
- Daily care activities and routines
- Equipment design, fabrication, and fitting
- Tone management
- Assistive technology
- Posture, positioning, and lifting
- Orthopedics
- Orthotics and prosthetics
- Aquatic therapy/swimming
Requirements
- Current Connecticut Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant license, as applicable
- Previous pediatric experience required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively with children and families
- Ability to safely assist, transfer, and support students as needed
- Physical endurance and ability to work with patients and equipment
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational and clinical skills
- School-based experience is a plus
- Aquatic/swimming experience is preferred but not required
- A passion for working with children and helping them reach their potential
Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Location: School-Based Programs in Norwalk, Connecticut
About Us
Established in 2012, The Speech Pathology Group & Rehab Services of CT (SPGCT) is a multidisciplinary private practice focused on exceptional quality, care, and family support. With clinic locations in Shelton and Southbury, Connecticut, we proudly serve individuals and families throughout Fairfield, Litchfield, and New Haven Counties.
SPGCT provides a comprehensive range of services, including Pediatric and Adult Speech-Language Therapy, Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Aquatic Therapy. Our professionals utilize evidence-based practices and innovative treatment approaches tailored to each individual's unique needs.
In addition to our clinical services, SPGCT provides specialized staffing solutions for schools across Connecticut, ensuring students have access to high-quality therapeutic support within their educational environments.
Our philosophy centers on collaboration, education, compassion, and treating the whole person. We believe therapy should be fun, motivating, purposeful, and systematic, while giving children the support they need to participate and succeed in their everyday environments.
We offer therapists the opportunity to build a fulfilling career in a stable, supportive, and collaborative work environment. We value honesty and creativity, and we respect the clients, therapists, partners, schools, and communities we serve.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Application Question(s):
- What age ranges are you experienced in treating?
- What areas of PT are you most passionate about / experienced in? (ie. Torticollis, orthopedic, wheelchair fittings, etc)
- What locations are you able to work at (Shelton, Southbury, or both)?
- How many hours per week are you looking to work?
- When are you looking to start working?
Work Location: In person
