Physical Therapist - Part Time

Job Details: Job Location: Legal Address - CRANFORD, NJ, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $65.00 - $85.00Hourly,

Qualifications

• NJ Department of Education Certification as a School Physical Therapist
• NJ License as Physical Therapist
• Experience in providing physical therapy to persons with developmental disabilities

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and able to assist in a two-person lift of a child and/or adult. Must be able to do frequent bending, kneeling and sitting. Must be able to stand for multiple hours at a time.

Overall Description

To provide Physical Therapy as per Individualized Educational Program for students and to support the student's total program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and safeguard each family/student's right to privacy, respect and confidentiality.
• Perform assessments and reports as requested.
• Assist in the formulation of goals and objectives with the Direct Service Team as assigned.
• Implement Physical Therapy Goals and objectives as written in the IEP.
• Prepare daily notes, quarterly progress reports, annual reviews and summaries and all other required documentation.
• Provide instruction to interdisciplinary team and family concerning appropriate techniques of physical therapy.
• Assist in the orientation of new employees.
• Provide updates, assessments and reports as required.
• Attend meetings to provide updates, reports, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, directions and changes as it relates to the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Participate in in-service programs as requested.
• Perform additional related duties as requested by the Principal.