Physical Therapist III, IV - Central District Administration

Overview The authorized level of the position is Physical Therapist IV. Applications are being accepted down to the Physical Therapist III in the event of recruiting difficulties. Salary Range: All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. Physical Therapist III, SR-20: $6,485.00 - $6,979.00 per month Physical Therapist IV, SR-22: $6,813.00 - $7,332.00 per month Examples of Duties Attends meetings for collaborative planning of educational programs or provision of services. Prepares information to teachers and other school personnel on preventive activities to help struggling learners; participates in whole school and/or student-specific screenings. Prepares reports, treatment plans and other material. May supervise a small group of lower-level physical therapists and para-professionals by assigning schedules, reviewing work and providing guidance and assistance. May provide technical assistance to school and/or district staff (resource teachers, district educational specialists, principals, other specialized personnel, etc.). Provides advisory and consultative services and program information to parents, family members and volunteer personnel. Modifies and designs therapeutic equipment; estimates equipment and therapy supply needs and costs, requisitions and maintains inventory of adequate supplies, equipment and materials for program operation. Provides fieldwork training experience for physical therapy students. Independently prepares and plans a school-based physical therapy program that capitalizes on abilities and minimizes impact of disability on the educational environment. Attends student-focused team meetings to identify curricular expectations, current performance, and other relevant information, and determine the information needed for a particular student’s assessment. Plans, selects and uses a variety of physical therapy methods and measures to identify the student’s performance skills, educational environment, activity demands and student factors in relation to identified education-related areas. Analyzes and interprets results with the IEP team. Assists with the determination of goals and objectives, implements treatment plans and monitors progress. Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement: Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program, which at the time of graduation was accredited by CAPTE or its successor; or for foreign-trained applicants, a credentials evaluation report indicating completion of an education program equivalent to an accredited physical therapy program. Experience Requirements: Applicants must have progressively responsible work experience as described below. Physical Therapist III: 0 years Physical Therapist IV: 1 year Professional experience as a Physical Therapist with a thorough understanding of prevention and treatment of physical disability or disease by physical therapy, and application of physical measures, activities and devices appropriate to the patient’s condition. For some Physical Therapist IV and V positions, evidence of ability to supervise others may be required. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required years of experience alone is not sufficient; the overall experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. Certification & License Requirements: Applicants must have passed the National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapists at the time of application. Applicants must possess a valid Hawaii state license to practice as a Physical Therapist at the time of appointment. Applicants must possess a valid Hawaii driver’s license. Lift and Carry Requirement: Some positions require the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 45 pounds. Supplemental Information Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortages and school-year differentials, if applicable. Requirements: Applicants must meet all requirements as of the date of the application. Education and experience may not be gained concurrently unless specifically indicated. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour weeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: 12 months at 20 hours/week equals 6 months; hours over 40 per week do not count as extra time. Temporary Assignment: Claims of TA experience to meet minimum qualifications must be verified and attached to the application. A copy of the TA History Report or equivalent A signed letter from the supervisor with TA details Copies of signed SF-10 Forms Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents from applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach to applications submitted on or after December 16, 2023. Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year dependent on funding and departmental needs. Temporary employees may be eligible for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent or other temporary positions. Equal Opportunity: The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with applicable laws. It also prohibits discrimination in employment policies and practices on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, National Guard participation, and other protected characteristics as required by law. Benefits (12-month civil service and SSP employees) Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year; 14 in an election year. Vacation: 21 days per year for certain bargaining units. Sick Leave: 21 days per year; unused credits may be used toward retirement benefits. Health Insurance: State-sponsored plans for eligible employees. Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance for employees and retirees. Premium Conversion, Flexible Spending Accounts (Island Flex), Retirement Plan, Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA), Deferred Compensation, and other benefits. Temporary Disability Insurance and Social Security contributions by the State. Union & Collective Bargaining: Right to join or not join a union with applicable fees where required. Note: The above is a general summary of benefits and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of appointment and bargaining agreements. Education/Certification Questions 01: Education requirement —CAPTE accreditation status 02: Physical Therapy Experience requirement for Level IV 03: Certification requirement — National Physical Therapy Examination 04: Physical Therapist license requirement — Hawaii license 05: Driver's license requirement 06: Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds 07: Transcripts, certifications, and other documents submission Required Question #J-18808-Ljbffr