Physical Therapist (full-time + Benefits!) - St Lucie, Florida

Thrive Therapies Group

St. Lucie County, Florida, USA
Base hourly pyy: $47–$55ph (w-2); annual salary (e...
On-site
Direct pt services to pk-12 students
Conduct initial evaluations and re-evaluations
Partner with classroom teachers and ots
This position serves Charter Schools USA's three St. Lucie County campuses, offering school day hours, Monday through Friday, with optional paid Extended School Year

Job Summary

  • This position serves Charter Schools USA's three St. Lucie County campuses, offering school day hours, Monday through Friday, with optional paid Extended School Year.
  • Thrive Therapies Group offers W-2 employment with full benefits, higher base pay than staffing agencies, and covers employer taxes, health insurance, and professional dues.
  • The role involves providing direct PT services to PK-12 students, conducting evaluations, partnering with educators, and building trusting relationships with students and families.

Matching Summary

This position serves Charter Schools USA's three St. Lucie County campuses, offering school day hours, Monday through Friday, with optional paid Extended School Year.

Salary

Base hourly pay: $47–$55/hr (W-2); Annual salary (est.): $77K–$90K; Benefits: Full medical/dental/vision paid, 10 days PTO + sick leave, 401(k) with company match, $750/year CEU stipend, fully reimbursed FPTA/licensure, $2,000 signing bonus, $1,000 retention bonus per semester

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct PT services to PK-12 students
  • conduct initial evaluations and re-evaluations
  • partner with classroom teachers and OTs
  • bring clinical expertise to IEP meetings
  • build trusting relationships with students and families

Nice-to-have

  • structured mentorship for new graduates
  • collaborative supportive school environment
  • investing in providers for student investment

Key Requirements

  • Master's or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy
  • Active Florida PT license
  • NPTE passage and licensure
  • Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is a meaningful plus

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