Physician - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Durham, NC 27517
| Specialty | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
Physical Therapist - Durham, NC (#R10223)
Location: Durham, NC
Employment Type: Contract
Hourly Rate: $54.29/hour
Position Overview:
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing Inc. seeks qualified Physical Therapists to join the Durham Public Schools team. The PT will provide school-based services supporting students’ mobility, access, and participation in educational settings. The role emphasizes collaborative, student-centered practice under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: $54.29/hour (educational therapy rate)
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- PTO
- Paid Sick Time
- 401 (k) matching 3% after 1 year of working
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement after 1 year
- Benefits from Paychex, such as Payactiv
- GLHS is a great company to work for: 93% retention of employees 2 years+, Google reviews, great company culture, etc.
- Work Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, school hours)
- Professional Growth: Develop school-based physical therapy expertise
- Impactful Work: Enhance student mobility and educational access
Qualifications:
- Education: Doctorate or Master's in Physical Therapy
- Licensure:
- Active North Carolina license from the NC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NCBPTE).
- Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
- Experience: Working with children or in educational environments preferred.
- Technical Skills:
- Mobility and functional capacity assessment
- Adaptive equipment consultation
- Soft Skills: Interdisciplinary collaboration, family communication, inclusive practice
- Additional Requirements:
- Completion of NC DCDEE background check if serving preschool populations.
- Required participation in Durham Public Schools’ onboarding and training sessions.
- Must pass all background screening requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations per IDEA and DPS policies.
- Deliver direct therapy and consultation for students with mobility or access challenges.
- Participate in IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring.
- Provide expertise on adaptive equipment, positioning, and accessibility.
- Maintain complete and timely documentation in DPS-approved systems.
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and other service providers to promote inclusion.
