Physical Therapist

Position Overview

The Physical Therapist works with students to plan and provide physical therapy services based on evaluations, with the goal of improving or maintaining their physical well-being. All services are delivered while respecting student confidentiality and maintaining professional boundaries at all times.

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  Location
  
  
  : Meeting Street - The Schwartz School. One Posa Pl, Dartmouth, MA 02747
  

  
  



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  Schedule
  
  
  : 8 am to 3 pm
  

  
  



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  Grades
  
  
  : K-12
  

  
  



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  Caseload
  
  
  : Within agency guidelines, includes travel time
  

  
  



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  HR/Clearance Requirements
  
  
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    TB Test
    
    

    
    
  
  
  
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    PA State Police Clearance (Act 34)
    
    

    
    
  
  
  
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    FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114)
    
    

    
    
  
  
  
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    Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
    
    

    
    
  
  
  
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    Mandated Reporter Training
    
    

    
    
  
  
  
  
  

Essential Job Functions

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  Provide physical therapy services to students based on physician recommendations and individual student needs.
  
  

  
  



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  Follow all school policies, therapy procedures, and state laws related to physical therapy and student care.
  
  

  
  



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  Write clear evaluations that include the students physical therapy needs, goals, progress, and expected outcomes, in coordination with the physicians plan.
  
  

  
  



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  Work closely with the school teamincluding teachers, school nurses, parents/guardians, and other specialiststo support student success and plan for transitions or discharge when needed.
  
  

  
  



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  Communicate regularly and effectively with school staff, healthcare providers, and families.
  
  

  
  



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  Act as a resource for other school and clinical staff by sharing knowledge and best practices.
  
  

  
  



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  Supervise support personnel such as Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) or other aides, as appropriate.
  
  

  
  



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  Complete assessments and documentation for IEP as part of student care planning and progress tracking.
  
  

  
  

Requirements

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  Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-accredited program
  
  

  
  



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  Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
  
  

  
  



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  Current CPR certification
  
  

  
  



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  Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and adherence to policies and procedures
  
  

  
  

Additional State-Specific Requirements

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  Continuing education as required by state law
  
  

  
  

Preferences

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  One (1) year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist
  
  

  
  



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  Pediatric experience preferred
  
  

  
  

Other Skills and Abilities

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  Strong attention to detail
  
  

  
  



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  Effective time management
  
  

  
  



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  Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  
  

  
  



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  Excellent organizational and communication skills
  
  

  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English
  
  

  
  



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  Ability to travel as needed
  
  

  
  



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  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  
  

  
  



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  Prolonged periods of walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and twisting
  
  

  
  



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  Ability to sit and climb stairs
  
  

  
  



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  Sufficient visual and hearing acuity
  
  

  
  



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  Strong sense of smell and touch
  
  

  
  



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  Ability to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
  
  

  
  



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  Ability to respond appropriatelyboth physically and mentallyto emergency situations in the home or during transport
  
  

  
  

Work Environment

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  Must be able to work in a variety of environments, which may involve exposure to allergens and varying conditions
  
  

  
  



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  Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases
  
  

  
  

Other Duties

Please note: This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required for this role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.