Part Time Physical Therapist

Part-Time Physical Therapist

Job Goal

A Physical Therapist at BGCS serves a pediatric population of eligible students with disabilities ages 3 through 21 years across the school corporation. The provision of Physical Therapy services must be provided by a licensed physical therapist only upon the referral or order of a licensed medical provider as specified by state law governing licensing of physical therapists, or by a physical therapists' assistant under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Educational Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement a physical therapy therapy program that addresses the goals, objectives, and benchmarks in the Individualized Education Program of students with disabilities on PT caseload

• Design, direct, plan, and implement appropriate therapy strategies consistent with the IEP to prevent, correct, treat or alleviate physical impairments

• Provide direct or consultative support intended to improve the educational outcomes for students with disabilities

• Develop appropriate strategies and interventions utilizing evidence-based practices

• Work collaboratively and cooperatively as part of a student-centered, multi-disciplinary team including parents, teachers, and other professionals

• Complete all necessary documentation and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner

• Support instruction to assigned students as addressed in the students' IEP

• Act as a consultant to promote and enhance access to educational programs for students with disabilities on her/his caseload

• Integrate therapy services to enhance instruction within the classroom curriculum

• Collaborate with building principals and other professionals in providing services to students

• Observe confidentiality requirements for identified students

• Maintain scheduled consultation and collaboration with teachers appropriate for the student's IEP

• Communicate the physical therapy requirements of the student's IEP in a manner in which all professionals and paraprofessionals involved with the student understand their responsibilities

• Provide input or collaborate with the Teacher of Record in a timely manner for progress monitoring in the IEPs of students on the caseload through the Indiana IEP system

• Assume responsibility for continued learning, which may include a clinical instructor role

• Advise, monitor, and train personnel on the proper use of equipment

• If applicable to the assignment and training, advise, monitor, and train personnel on the proper use of restraints including therapeutic supports or prompts

• Provide input regarding any accommodations need for statewide and district assessments being implemented according to the student's IEP if requested by the Teacher of Record

• Keep records and notes for Medicaid through the IIEP system

• Collaborate with teachers of record to create and maintain accurate individual evacuation plans for students with disabilities

Diagnostic Responsibilities:

• Evaluate developmental levels, gross motor function, reflex levels, range of motion, muscular strength, and respiratory function

• Conduct assessments with interpretation, observations, interviews, history, standardized and non-standardized tests, and informal assessments related to referrals for an educational evaluation

• Consult with teachers, school psychologists, speech pathologists, assistive technology team members, and parents

• Provide case conference committee with data to support the determination of discharge, summary of outcomes, and appropriate recommendations to maximize educational gains

• Attend training to update knowledge on new technology and best practices for teaching students

Equipment Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all equipment remains in good working order, and report damaged equipment to the individual responsible for maintaining equipment inventory

• Monitor and maintain district or corporation provided wheelchairs and other mobility equipment in working order

• Maintain an inventory of all related services equipment that is purchased by BGCS

• Other Duties and Responsibilities as may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

• Current license to practice physical therapy issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency

• Knowledge of pediatric conditions and pediatric physical therapy

• Knowledge of and compliance with Indiana special education regulations and IDEA

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

• Requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, push or pull heavy objects or persons

• Requires the ability to drive between schools in the district

• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and climb stairs

• Requires the ability to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

• Must be able to work in noisy crowded environments

• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job

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