School-Based Physical Therapist

Help students move, participate, and thrive in the classroom and beyond! Join Cross Country Education as a Physical Therapist in New York, NY, providing individualized therapy and collaborating with educators and families to help students reach their functional and educational goals.

• Evaluate students’ physical, gross motor, mobility, and functional needs and provide individualized therapy to promote participation and independence.
• Deliver direct and indirect therapy services through classroom-based, individual, and group activities, using ongoing assessment and evidence-based interventions.
• Develop and maintain progress reports, treatment plans, session documentation, and other required records while monitoring student progress and adjusting services as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members to integrate therapeutic strategies into the school environment and support successful student inclusion.

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree
• Valid New York State Physical Therapy License
• Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) number
• Experience working in a school setting with students with disabilities, along with strong collaboration and communication skills

• Competitive Pay:
  Earn $55.30 - $58.40 per hour based on your experience and qualifications as a Physical Therapist, with weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
• Generous Benefits:
  Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Enjoy a full-time school-based schedule of 37.5 hours per week, along with paid sick leave.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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