Physical Therapist

About This Role

Implement and deliver physical therapy services to students with various challenges within a school setting, focusing on functional and measurable outcomes. This role involves developing treatment plans, assessing student progress, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and programs through consistent daily and weekly schedules that focus on functional and measurable outcomes.
• Deliver specialized individual and group physical therapy instruction as mandated in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collect data and complete reports regarding the student’s goals and progress.
• Consult with other professionals (Teachers, SLP, OT, PCP, etc.) on the student's treatment team to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive therapy team.
• Assess and document each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measurements.
• Write and prepare annual review reports and goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates and requirements to remain in compliance with state guidelines.
• Attend all school related meetings as scheduled, such as Triennials, Annual Reviews, Domain, Referrals, and pre-IEP meetings for each individual student.
• Provide screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled physical therapy intervention relative to student/client’s level of function.
• Provide documentation to maintain the quality of therapy records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and school requirements.
• Supervise PTA(s) in accordance with state practice act guidelines, as needed.

Requirements

• Appropriate State License

Benefits