School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant

School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant – Volusia County Schools

Schedule: Full-Time or PRN, Monday–Friday, school hours only

Benefits (Full-Time Staff):
Comprehensive insurance + paid time off + school-year schedule

Make a lasting difference-one child at a time.

Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our school-based therapy team serving students across Volusia County Schools. If you're passionate about helping children reach their full potential while enjoying the rhythm of the school year, this is a wonderful opportunity to do meaningful work with a supportive team.

Thinking about making the transition to school-based therapy? We provide mentorship and support to help you succeed. Enjoy a school-year schedule and flexible scheduling within the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for parents or professionals seeking greater work-life balance.

• Follows the school schedule:
  Work during the academic year, with evenings, weekends, and summers off.
• Paid school holidays (for full-time staff), including Winter Break and Spring Break.
• Optional summer work:
  Opportunity to sign up for Extended School Year (ESY) assignments for additional earnings.
• Supportive, collaborative environment within a mission-driven organization that values both its staff and the families it serves.

• Implement treatment plans developed by supervising therapists
• Provide quality therapy services to pediatric clients while supporting their developmental and functional goals
• Document client progress, treatment outcomes, and billing information in accordance with program and regulatory requirements
• Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related systems, including Office 365, Teams, and Outlook
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care
• Assist with managing therapy equipment, including recommendations, ordering, and education for families and staff
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
• Support clients across various Easterseals programs as needed
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with all privacy and HIPAA requirements
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning

• Associate's degree from a physical therapist assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Current Florida Physical Therapy assistant (PTA) License
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) preferred
• Pediatric experience... we will train! Mentorship provided
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Knowledge of therapy-related equipment and safety procedures
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Integrity, tact, and sound judgement
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift and carry children weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive our vehicles, as required, to drive and transport passengers for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)

Join Easterseals Florida and enjoy the best of both worlds - meaningful, school-year work that supports children's growth, and the time to recharge and renew each summer.

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