Beaumont independent school district

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assess, plan, and offer physical therapy services to Beaumont ISD students with disabilities. Provide educationally appropriate interventions to enable Beaumont ISD students to benefit from special education instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in physical therapy or related program
• Valid Texas license as a physical therapist granted by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Special

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of medical information and indications for school based physical therapy services using an educational model
• Skill in the use of tests and measurements for assessing physical function in the school environment
• Ability to administer manual exercises and physical therapy treatments for school based physical therapy services
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Educational experience, preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for school based
   physical therapy services.
2. Plan and provide direct services consistent with the educational model of physical therapy goals contained in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
3. Assist in the implementation of modifications required for special education students in the classroom.
4. Evaluate and document student progress and determine readiness for termination of physical therapy services when appropriate.
5. Provide progress reports at the end of each grading period.
6. Design, construct, alter and provide students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote maximum independence in the educational setting.
7. Consult with educational staff and parents regarding physical therapy.
8. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education Rules, and the local school board
9. Manage and maintain physical therapy prescriptions.
10. Maintain appropriate logs for SHARS reporting.
11. Effectively interpret the philosophy and rationale for special education services as it pertains to physical therapy services to campus level staff through in-service, staff meetings and conferences.
12. Provide consultation to all staff members working with pupils receiving special services.
13. Ensure confidentiality for student information.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities

1. Maintain accurate data for departmental reporting purposes.
2. Maintain complete and accurate data records.
3. Meet timelines as indicated by state and federal mandates.
4. Complete forms according to department guidelines.
5. Implement policies and procedures as established.
6. Accept completed referrals and discuss current needs of the student prior to evaluation.
7. Promptly assess students referred for special education physical therapy.
8. Make recommendations for meeting the educational needs of students based on assessment information.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Occasional prolonged or irregular hours of work

Physical Demands

• Moderate lifting and carrying, reaching above shoulder, use of finders, repetitive hand motions; frequent bending and stooping

Environmental Demands

• Normal office environment
• Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying.

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.