Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

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POSITION TITLE: Physical Therapist (Full-Time and Part-Time positions) FLSA: Exempt

SALARY: Physical Therapist Salary Schedule WORK DAYS: Full-Time: 190 days / Part-Time 19 hours max. weekly

LOCATION: TBD REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Program for Exceptional Students

PRIMARY FUNCTION : Provides services to students eligible for related services; Improves, develops, restores or maintains a child's motor function in educational environments, Functions as "related service personnel" under state and federal law regulations

REQUIREMENTS:

• Educational Level: Degree in Physical Therapy form an accredited program
• Certification/License: Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the State of Georgia; Valid GA Driver's License
• Experience: Prefer one year clinical experience in physical/occupational therapy including pediatrics
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Identification of physical impairments/delays Treatment planning specific to pediatrics Interventions such as facilitation of developmental motor skills Postural awareness, ambulation and gait training Cardiovascular function Wheelchair mobility Adaptation or modification of equipment Environmental assessment Recommendation and monitoring of orthoses and assistive devices Prevention of initial or additional deformity or disability Transportation needs of students Written and oral communication, planning, organization

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Conduct appropriate evaluation of students referred for related services under IDEA and prepare written reports of findings
2. Participate in meetings as a member of the multidisciplinary team
3. Participate in the development of IEP or 504 plans for eligible students
4. Provide direct and indirect physical therapy in education settings
5. Collaborate with other personnel regarding physical therapy and the students' needs
6. Delegate activities to teachers, parents, and paraprofessionals
7. Train/instruct teachers, parents and paraprofessionals in delegated techniques and equipment use
8. Travel to and among schools to provide services
9. Maintain records of service provided
10. Lift, transfer, and position children and equipment as necessary
11. Supervise PTA as needed
12. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.