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Northwest Regional Education Service District is Hiring a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - Special Student Services - Clatsop/Colum Near Hillsboro, OR
Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be . We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.
In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.Position Title: LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Department: Special Student Services
Location: Various locations within Clatsop, Columbia, & Tillamook Counties
Reports To: Program Coordinator
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Salary: Classified Salary Schedule, Range T
FTE: 0.50
NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT
In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, this position provides assistance in the field
of physical therapy under the direction of a physical therapist.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Associate Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn equipment used to serve children with orthopedic impairment in educational settings under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
3. Current Oregon Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant license
4. Valid driver's license, vehicle available for use on the job, and accompanying automobile insurance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
2. Ability to work with very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills
3. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations
4. Confer regularly with Physical Therapist
5. Skillfully utilize educational technology and software as required by the position
6. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.
A. Carries out the treatment plan provided by the Physical Therapist
B. Work with individuals or small groups of students with physical disabilities to achieve established goals and objectives.
C. Collect and record student data as directed and communicate student needs and student progress to the physical therapist and the case manager/ educational team.
D. Implement plan of care under the direction of the supervising therapist; responsibilities can include but are not limited to: direct instruction of functional skills; demonstration, training and coaching staff; attending team and IEP/IFSP meetings; fitting and facilitating use of equipment for positioning and mobility; supporting students on field trips and throughout the educational environment
E. Observe and evaluate student performance and report observations to supervisor and other team members as a part of the total evaluation and intervention planning.
F. Maintain written records of frequency and duration of student activities and submit progress reports as directed by the supervising therapist.
G. Maintain equipment, fabrication, supplies and records as specified by the supervising therapist.
H. May bill for Medicaid reimbursement.
I. Provides staff training on proper lifting, positioning, etc., as needed.
J. May supervise PTA students (per licensure guidelines)
K. Communicates with educational professionals and parents regarding student progress and other pertinent information.
L. Cleans and organizes equipment.
M. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.
Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.
JOB POST ID: 2995
Job Summary
Full Time
Education & Training Services
$95k-113k (estimate)
03/24/2024
04/23/2024
nwresd.org
SAINT HELENS, OR
25 - 50
1950
JAMES SAGER
$5M - $10M
Education & Training Services
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About Northwest Regional Education Service District
Northwest Regional Education Service District is a leader in providing special education, instructional services and technology support to the 20 school districts in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties.
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