School Physical Therapist
Kingstree, SC
ESS Clinical

ESS Clinical is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive physical therapy services for students in Williamsburg County School District, South Carolina.

Pay starting W2 $62 1099 $68

No non-competes in our contracts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations to determine students' educational needs.
• Assess gross motor development, mobility, strength, balance, posture, coordination, endurance, and functional skills.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapy plans in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Provide direct and consultative physical therapy services to students from preschool through age 21.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations and eligibility meetings.
• Attend and contribute to IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, nurses, and families.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, mobility devices, seating systems, positioning equipment, and environmental modifications.
• Train school personnel and caregivers in positioning, transfers, mobility, and safe handling techniques.
• Monitor student progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain timely documentation, evaluation reports, progress notes, Medicaid billing documentation (if applicable), and service logs.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, South Carolina regulations, district policies, and ESS Clinical standards.
• Travel between assigned schools as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Master's, or Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted South Carolina Physical Therapist License and successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required employment clearances.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license or reliable transportation for travel between assigned school sites.
• Preferred: Previous pediatric and/or school-based physical therapy experience.
• Experience providing physical therapy services to students with orthopedic, neurological, developmental, and multiple disabilities.
• Knowledge of and experience participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.
• Experience with assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and seating/positioning systems.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary educational team.

Required Licensure and Certifications

Applicants must possess and maintain:

• Current South Carolina Physical Therapist License.
• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
• National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) certification.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (preferred or required by assignment).
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful criminal background check, including SLED/FBI screening as required by South Carolina law.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and special education procedures.
• Knowledge of pediatric physical therapy principles.
• Knowledge of gross motor development and functional mobility.
• Ability to evaluate educationally relevant physical therapy needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple school assignments.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, transfer, and position students safely.
• Push wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
• Bend, kneel, squat, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• Travel between school locations.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance.

Working Conditions

• Elementary, middle, and high school settings.
• Therapy rooms, classrooms, playgrounds, gyms, and community-based instructional environments.
• Frequent interaction with students with varying disabilities.
• Travel between assigned campuses.

Benefits (ESS Clinical)

Eligible employees may receive:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• License and certification reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and support
• Flexible employment options (W-2 or contract opportunities, where available)

This version is formatted in the style commonly used by ESS Clinical for its school-based therapy positions while including the South Carolina licensure requirements and responsibilities expected for a physical therapist assigned to Williamsburg County School District.

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