Physical Therapist

Job Description:

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION: Physical Therapist (0.5 FTE)

LOCATION: District - Elementary Level

SALARY: $72,434 - $89,500

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing physical therapy services to students referred through the District Planning and Placement Team process. Services will be provided to meet specific educational needs of the children referred and will include evaluation, design of treatment programs, implementation and supervision of treatment programs and educational services.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe, evaluate and assess students referred for physical therapy as it relates to their educational needs

• Develop specific treatment plans and goals for each student relative to the child's educational needs

• Implement physical therapy as defined in the IEP

• Supervise, as needed, the administration of physical therapy service by the physical therapy assistant

• Adhere to the established practices and procedures of the school district

• Participate in the plan of treatment reviews, conferences and PPT's

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with policies of the Southington Board of Education

• Assist in instructing other personnel and family members in certain phases of therapy

• Ensure completion of all required documentation of therapy services/activities

• Must be able to use a personal computer and job-related equipment

• Must be able to travel to schools throughout the district

• Any other related duties assigned by the district-wide Lead Therapist or the Director of Pupil Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical Therapist licensed to practice in CT. Credentialed by the American Physical Therapy Association. Minimum of bachelor's degree for an accredited physical therapy program.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please submit your application through our website:

http://www.applitrack.com/southingtonschools/onlineapp