SPE; PHYSICAL THERAPIST 25/26

Physical Therapist

Full-time (1.0 FTE), Hours Per Day Dependent Upon Work Location, 10-month, School Calendar Year Position

• Evaluates the degree of function and disability and completes and submits appropriate documentation to CSE, Administrative staff or principal.
• Drafts appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting.
• Evaluates and re-evaluates short-term objectives on a quarterly basis throughout the school year.
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications.
• Performs Physical Therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician in accordance with state law.
• Participates with other personnel in the formation of student's Individual Educational Program (IEP)
• Instructs and participates in the faculty in-service educational program.
• Utilizes adaptive equipment, materials, and seating to permit the student to function more independently in the school environment.
• Carries out the treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome.
• Instructs parents and school personnel regarding follow-up of therapy goals.
• Supervises therapist assistant and documents in accordance with state law.
• Identifies assistive technologies that will enhance student's functional performance and provides required documentation for funding.
• Develops and refines gross motor skills to improve functional activities.
• Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building assignment.
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.