What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist: Part-Time position at PHILLIPS PROGRAMS?
Title: Physical Therapist ~ Special Education
Position Type: Part-Time (approx. 16 hours weekly)
Work Location: Annandale, Virginia
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!
What the PT does: Provide diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy services to students. Serve as a consultant to teachers and other staff regarding the development and implementation of physical therapy strategies that support educational goals and objectives.
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Serves as a resource to teachers for materials and methods.
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Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team members and with parents
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Attends IEP meetings, CSTs and other meetings
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Provides physical therapy evaluation/screening.
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Discuss screening/evaluation results with jurisdictions (LEAs).
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Develops and implements an individualized therapeutic program (as part of the IEP) for each student receiving physical therapy services on individual caseload.
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Provides individual/group/classroom physical therapy.
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Provides services in a variety of on/off campus settings.
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Provides consultative physical therapy to team members and parents.
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Monitors students' perceptual motor skills for follow up.
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Writes treatment notes for each physical and therapy visit.
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Writes quarterly progress reports.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
What the PT brings to the team:
- Must hold valid Virginia State license issued by the National Board of Physical Therapy.
- Prior experience in a school setting or with special education preferred.