Physical Therapist - School Setting in Clermont, FL

Make a meaningful impact supporting K-12 students as a Physical Therapist in a collaborative school-based setting. This full-time contract position requires on-site work and will have you itinerantly serving multiple campuses within a dynamic educational environment. You'll join a supportive therapy team, sharing responsibilities for a manageable caseload, providing both direct and indirect services to students requiring your expertise.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid and current Florida Physical Therapist license (professional level).
• Experience within school-based settings is highly preferred, though not mandatory.
• Strong communication skills and the adaptability to work across several sites.
• Enthusiasm for serving a diverse student group, including some Pre-K.
• Ability to work collaboratively with another PT and a PTA.
• Willingness to complete time-sensitive credentialing directly with the district, including onboarding, documentation, and weekly timesheet requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and consultative physical therapy services to students in grades K-12, including some Pre-K.
• Travel between assigned campuses each day (typically servicing 2-3 schools daily).
• Assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy interventions to support student participation and educational goals.
• Maintain clear documentation and participate in required meetings (not including COTA-only sessions).
• Coordinate with faculty, families, and support staff to ensure holistic care.

What to Expect:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• 8-hour days with a 30-minute unpaid lunch (7:30am – 4:00pm schedule).
• Caseload shared with another PT and a PTA—total of 94 students distributed among therapists.
• Opportunity to work across up to 35 schools within a supportive district.
• Contract runs August 10, 2026 through May 28, 2027.

The district is actively interviewing candidates as of 7/21, so don’t miss out. Seize the opportunity to foster positive change for students—apply today to embark on a rewarding school-based therapy experience!

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