Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

The job of Physical Therapist is done for the purpose of assessing students' physical development and skill level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student goals and objectives; identifying environmental barriers and equipment needs; providing recommendations for safety and accessibility; program development and providing direction to supportive staff as indicated.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations and/or coordinating physical therapy services with those of other disciplines.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of addressing the students' motor skill deficits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Directs the work of assigned support staff for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
• Evaluates students' gross motor development skills for the purpose of determining their needs and developing recommendations.
• Evaluates students' functional capabilities and classroom environment for the purpose of optimizing student's level of participation and developing recommendations.
• Identifies structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
• Instructs students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and/or records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for references and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing in direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
• Researches resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or referral as appropriate.
• Supervises interns, practicum students and others for the purpose of monitoring performance, providing for professional growth and achieving overall objectives of school's curriculum.
• Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

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