Physical Therapist (PT)

A specialized preschool on Long Island is looking for a passionate and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to join their team for the 2017 - 2018 school year. In this role, the Physical Therapist (PT) will be responsible for working with children ages 3-5 in a large school with a lot of treatment space and equipment. This position is for a Physical Therapist (PT) who is passionate about working with the Pediatric population and is looking to work in a very supportive team environment alongside other Therapists from Monday through Friday. The preschool will also accept a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). Apply today!

Specialized Preschool

The Physical Therapist (PT) will be responsible for:

• Providing screening, evaluation, and therapy services, as assigned
• Participating in interdisciplinary case conferences to determine diagnosis and developing appropriate treatment plans for children
• Providing consultation on issues involving effective motor development to teaching staff and other appropriate programmatic staff and programs
• Providing information to families regarding their child’s motor development and stimulation
• Participating in in-service training and supervision and seek professional growth by updating knowledge and skills pertinent to performance of job responsibilities
• Maintaining and making all records and reports available required
• Performing other assigned duties as defined and directed by the Physical Therapy Supervisor

• 6+ months of Physical Therapy experience
• NYS Physical Therapist (PT) license
• Solid assessment, clinical, and documentation skills
• Patient oriented
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized
• Able to multitask efficiently and effectively
   

• Previous experience working with the Pediatric population