Physical Therapist

Bensalem Township School District is anticipating to hire a Physical Therapist.  

POSITION TITLE: Physical Therapist (School-Based) REPORTS TO: Assistant to the Superintendent of Special Services

POSITION TITLE: Physical Therapist (School-Based) REPORTS TO: Assistant to the Superintendent of Special Services

POSITION GOAL: The Physical Therapist (PT) provides evaluation, intervention, and consultation services to students whose physical disabilities impact their ability to access and participate in the educational environment. Services are delivered in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and applicable federal and state regulations.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Strong knowledge of pediatric physical therapy and motor development.

2. Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

3. Ability to manage a caseload across multiple school buildings.

4. Strong documentation and organizational skills.

5. Ability to assist students with transfers and mobility.

6. Ability to lift, position, or support students when necessary.

7. Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and exercises.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

2. Current Pennsylvania license to practice Physical Therapy.

3. Experience working with pediatric populations preferred.

4. Experience in school-based or educational settings preferred.

5. Knowledge of special education procedures and IEP processes preferred. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conduct physical therapy evaluations for students referred for services.

2. Assess gross motor development, mobility, posture, strength, balance, coordination, and functional movement.

3. Administer standardized and observational assessments related to school participation.

4. Prepare written evaluation reports and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.

5. Develop measurable physical therapy goals aligned with student educational needs.

6. Provide direct and consultative therapy services as specified in the student’s IEP.

7. Support student mobility, balance, coordination, strength, and endurance.

8. Collaborate with teachers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, nurses, and        administrators.

9. Consult with school staff regarding safe mobility and positioning strategies.

10. Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding student progress.

11. Maintain accurate service logs, progress notes, and documentation required for compliance.

12. Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to assist students with positioning and mobility as needed. Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and motor exercises. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties of this job are normally performed in the following manner: The employee is regularly required to stand and is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to reach with hands and arms; to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Services may be provided in classrooms, therapy rooms, and other school environments. Travel between district school buildings may be required. NOTE: Qualified candidates/incumbents must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. As required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or duties. It is the responsibility of the incumbent in the position or the candidate once offered the position to inform the Bensalem Township School District Human Resources Director of any and all reasonable accommodations that may be required. Candidates who need accommodation to complete the application process must inform the Human Resources Director of their need.

BTSD Management reserves the right to remove the posting at any time.

 BTSD is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $53,702 - $118,992