Physical Therapist-Special NeedsSchool

Physical Therapist | School - All School Holidays PaidSalary for Full-Time: $79,326 - $89,326/yrCommack, NYUCP Long Island is a not-for-profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our 75-year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People with Disabilities!We currently have available full-time Pediatric Physical Therapist positions for our Children’s Center located in Commack. You will be responsible for the evaluation and treatment of those students who have been referred to by CSE/CPSE, and a physician's script has been obtained and assigned by the Clinical Supervisor. Guidance and assistance will be provided as necessary by Clinical Supervisor and Lead Physical Therapists at The Children’s Center.We give you:9-10 weeks paid vacation/holidaysAll sessions on one sitePaid note writing time on siteCollaborative atmospherePaid Professional daysBenefits package including free Life Insurance, Pension program, 403B, and tuition reimbursementIn this role, you will:Evaluate students with orthopedic, neuro-physiological, and/or developmental deficits, upon assignment by the Clinical Supervisor.Formulate a treatment program based on data learned through the evaluation process.Handle the treatment of these students using physical agents, appropriate exercise, stretching, joint mobilization, or other therapeutic techniques.Communicate therapeutic procedures to parents, teachers, and other staff members.Attend meetings with other staff members to convey and receive information concerning student care.Participate in in-services.Record student status, therapeutic interventions recommended, and progress noted through proper note writing.Consult with equipment technicians and other dealers.Measure and arrive at appropriate specifications for appliances prescribed by the physicians.Provide a safe, supervised, nurturing environment for the students we serve.Complete all required documentation and paperwork in a thorough and timely fashion.Train and in-service employees in work-related functions.Provide guidance and support for all departmental staff.Ensure that updated and accurate prescriptions are maintained for each student on their current caseload.We require:Bachelor's degree or higher from a college or university accredited by APTANYS Licensure as Physical TherapistTwo years of "pediatric/rehabilitation" experience preferredPhysical Therapist, for immediate consideration, please apply now!UCP offers ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS PAID, generous paid time off, medical and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, defined contribution pension and 403b plans, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance plans.UCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We require:Bachelor's degree or higher from a college or university accredited by APTANYS Licensure as Physical TherapistTwo years of "pediatric/rehabilitation" experience preferredPhysical Therapist, for immediate consideration, please apply now!UCP offers ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS PAID, generous paid time off, medical and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, defined contribution pension and 403b plans, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance plans.UCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr