Finding the perfect physical therapist for your Illinois or Texas school is no easy task. Sorting through resumes, credentials, certifications – not to mention cultural fits and personality matches – can take hours upon hours to even end up with a short list of potential hires. And with the talent market so competitive right now, there’s no guarantee another school won’t scoop up your ideal PT before you do.

So, how can you find – and hire – better physical therapists? Follow the tips below!

Post Your Open Job Online

The most basic and common way to fill an open position is to post your job to a job board. The downside to this is, of course, that you cannot control either the quality or the quantity of people who apply, whether they are truly qualified, or what their expectations for the role will be. For most large job boards, as well, posts that are not either paid for or sponsored tend to get very little traction and very few applications. However, if your school has a website or a district-wide job board, it can make sense to list the open physical therapy job you are looking to hire for.

Ask for Physical Therapy Referrals

If your school currently has a physical therapist, or you had one in the district either currently or in the past, you can always reach out to them and ask if they know anyone looking for work. Referrals, especially if they come with some form of a reward for the person making the referral, can lead to strong hires and build a strong network of physical therapists within your school district.

Partner With a Hiring Expert

Finding a hiring partner – like Spotter Staffing – can not only expedite your hiring process, but also make the outcome better. Instead of diverting hours away from your school role and responsibilities, you can simply share your open role and requirements and let the experts provide you with candidates who would make a perfect fit for your school’s unique needs. What could be easier than that?

Looking to Hire School Physical Therapists?

Spotter Staffing has built a talent community full of physical therapists who are dedicated, vetted, and ready to get to work for you! If you need help hiring for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, social work or special education, connect with our team of recruiting experts! We will be happy to help you find your next favorite employee.