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Physical Therapist - School Based

$60 per hour

Ro Health

Are you in search of a role that offers competitive compensation, unique benefits, and a team that is dedicated to supporting your career? Ro Health is hiring for a qualified PT to work within a school setting in the Greater North Chicago area!

The caseload for this opportunity is located at one site, primarily pre-k through 12, but dependent on assignment. If you love working with kids and making an impact in the community, this could be the perfect role for you.

Why Ro Health:

  • Schedules to complement your lifestyle
  • Competitive compensation and weekly paychecks
  • Various career development opportunities
  • Commuter benefits up to $315/month through our partnership with Edenred
  • 24/7 administrative and clinical support
  • Healthcare benefits for eligible providers
  • All providers earn PTO and sick time, even when working a per diem schedule

Overview:

  • Setting: in-person, school
  • Schedule: M - F
  • $60/hour+ for qualified PTs
  • Start date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough assessments of students' medical histories and physical conditions to develop an understanding of their needs and limitations
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on the assessment findings, taking into account the patient's goals, lifestyle, and any existing medical conditions
  • Administer physical therapy interventions, which may include exercises, manual therapy, therapeutic modalities (e.g., heat or cold therapy), and assistive devices
  • Attend school meetings and IEPs
  • Adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines outlined by relevant healthcare regulatory bodies

Qualifications:

  • IL state PT license
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Pediatric PT Experience
  • Current two-step PPD
  • State and contract-specific compliance requirements

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status) :

  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Direct deposit
  • Single point of contact

Does this role sound like the right fit for you? Apply today! For any inquiries, please email  View email address on apply.j-vers.com or call View phone number on apply.j-vers.com.

About Ro Health

Ro Health is a rapidly growing healthcare staffing agency. We have over a decade of experience identifying high-quality talent in facilities across the nation. The success of Ro Health depends on the success of our providers, driving our efforts to focus on how we can improve their experience and performance as they continue to deliver exceptional patient care to the communities we serve.

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