2026-2027 Physical Therapist 0.5

Physical Therapist

Job Classification Title: Physical Therapist

Working Title(s): N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: C44

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the District.

Job Classification Summary

Responsible for developing, planning, and treating children with physical deficits to assist with learning and provides consultation to teachers and staff on strategies to improve students' physical abilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a professional level classification responsible for evaluating functional mobility, neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and gross motor function to determine physical therapy needs.

Essential Duties

• In-person attendance is an essential function of this classification.
• Plans and implements educationally relevant goals and objectives including identifying interventions and environmental modifications and planning the students' Individual Education Plans (I.E.P.s);
• Supervises and monitors job performance and caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants;
• Implements educationally relevant goals and objectives for students by determining appropriate frame of reference, interventions, and environmental modifications necessary to achieve objectives;
• Plans and prepares activities for student including determining necessary assessments to analyze student qualification for services and the frequency and mode of treatment;
• Screens and evaluates referred students including determining necessary assessments to analyze student qualification for services and the frequency and mode of treatment;
• Collaborates with educators and staff determining interventions that work; communicating evaluation results; discussing relevant treatment issues; and assisting in the development of department goals;
• Submits Medicaid (AHCCCS) billing as directed; and,
• Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, codes, and statuses.

Skills

• Working under pressure to meet timelines and handling multiple and changing priorities.
• Performing therapeutic interventions.
• Clinical reasoning.
• Handling students to include physical transfer, muscle facilitation/inhibition, and use of gross and fine motor skill equipment.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Customer service and public relations.
• Counseling, conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes, and policies.
• Use of a variety of computer-based technologies.
• Establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrating tact, diplomacy and patience.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Minimum Qualifications (for new hires at job entry)

Education and Experience

Complete program in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of directly-related education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Arizona Physical Therapy License.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).

Physical & Environmental Factors

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X"

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

Physical Demands

C F O R N

Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never

2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs

Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.

Physical & Environmental Factors

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware

Tools and equipment typically used in physical therapy activities and basic office tools and equipment.

Environmental Factors

D W M S N

Several Times Per Several Times Per

Daily Seasonally Never Week Month

Health & Safety Factors D W M S N Mechanical Hazards Respiratory Hazards Chemical Hazards Extreme Temperatures Electrical Hazards Noise and Vibration Fire Hazards Wetness/Humidity Explosives Physical Hazards Communicable Diseases Physical Danger or Abuse Other (Specify Below)

Protective Equipment Required

None.

Non-Physical Demands

C F O R N

Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never

2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs

Description of Non-Physical Demands C F O R N Time Pressure Emergency Situation Frequent Change of Tasks Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Tedious or Exacting Work Noisy/Distracting Environment Other (Specify Below)

Primary Work Location

Office Environment Warehouse Shop Recreation/Neighborhood Center Vehicle Outdoors Other (Specify Below) Classroom/Playground/Cafeteria/School Environments

Acknowledgement

SIGNATURE REVIEW AND COMMENTS:

I have reviewed this description and find it to be an accurate representation of the demands of the classification. _____________________________ ________________________ Signature of Employee Date ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ Job Title of Supervisor Signature of Supervisor Date ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ Job Title of Department Head Signature of Department Head Date

Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the classification change.