Physical Therapist Assistant (185 Days)

Description

• Provide direct physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

• Provide physical therapy services as specified in the physical therapy plan of care, screen students, designated by a physical therapist, according to established procedures as possible candidates for physical therapy service

• Assist physical therapist with the revision of short-term patient goals, assist with instructing teachers, staff, and parents in the use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology programs or devices and integration of therapy goals into the educational program

• Interact with student patient regarding patient's condition, progress and/or achievement of goals during each treatment session

• Attend planning meetings and participate in Admission Review and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings as directed by the physical therapist

• Assist with acquisition and maintenance of therapy equipment and supplies, maintain accurate student records, including patient progress note

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other necessary document

• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, State Board of Education rule and board policy

• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations, maintain confidentiality of information

• Perform all duties relating to the IDEA B FORM grant at 100%

• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college in Applied Science

• Valid Texas license as a physical therapy assistant grated by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiner

• One year of physical therapy experience, including contact with school-age children

• Demonstrated ability to implement physical therapy treatment programs as specified by physical therapy plan of care.

• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Assist physical therapist to revise short-term student goals.

• Assist with instructing teachers, staff and parents in the use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology programs or devices and integration of therapy goals into the educational program.