Physical Therapist

Program:

Physical Therapy

Description:

The Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 is seeking a physical therapist to provide physical therapy and prescribed treatments to Pre-K - 12, special education students. This position requires someone who can collaborate with peers, parents, and school district staff. He/she will be a solid team player, who takes initiative, can work independently and is flexible.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

PT assessments and evaluations

Developing treatment plans

Consulting with classroom staff and parents

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree required if program of study was completed after December 31, 2002

Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local special education practices and laws as related to school-based Physical Therapy

Current Pennsylvania license in physical therapy

Pediatric and/or school based experience, preferred

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, 188 days/year

Salary:

LIUEA Pay Scale (Min. $48,157 Bachelor's Degree; Min $53,450 Master's Degree, 24-25 School Year) plus excellent benefits*

• The LIU offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, including:

• Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. Dental & Vision are at no cost to the employee

• All full-time professional staff receive a $45,000 life insurance policy, at no cost to the employee.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person.

• Short-term Disability

• Long-term Disability

• Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS)

• Full-time employees who are scheduled for 188 days/year receive 10 sick days and 3 personal days. If hired after the start of any year, the leave is prorated.

• Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center. It is available to employees and their family members (2 years & older) enrolled in the LIU medical plan. There are no copays and/or deductibles for services provided at our health centers. See: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/ for more information.

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Working for the LIU qualifies individuals who may be interested in applying for the loan forgiveness program. More details can be found at: https://studentaid.gov/articles/teacher-loan-forgiveness-options/