Physical Therapist (PT)

Adelphi is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide physical therapy evaluations, treatment, consultation, and related services to students with disabilities in a school setting in Spring Valley, New York. The provider will support students' physical therapy needs and deliver services in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), District requirements, and applicable professional standards. Job Quick Facts • Reference #: EDU-1564-01 • Profession: Allied Health • Specialty: Physical Therapist (PT) • Location: Spring Valley, New York • Facility Type: School • Job Type: Contract • Service Delivery: On-site • Schedule: School hours • Compensation: $60-65 per hour Requirements • Current New York State license to practice physical therapy. • New York State Education Department fingerprint clearance and proof of clearance. • Valid individual National Provider Identifier (NPI); must not be on applicable medical exclusion lists. • Knowledge of Medicaid policies and IEP Direct; ability to complete electronic service documentation. • Own transportation and availability to travel among assigned District locations. • Current resume and at least three references. • Experience with students with disabilities and school-based services preferred. Proficiency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Yiddish is an asset. Responsibilities • Provide individual, group, and consultative physical therapy services as specified in student IEPs. • Evaluate student needs and abilities, conduct annual evaluations, and develop or revise IEP goals as requested. • Obtain the prescription for services from the parent or person in parental relation. • Prepare progress summaries and annual review reports; email evaluations and reports to the Director of Clinical Services at least 10 days before scheduled meetings. • Maintain accurate attendance, service delivery, and progress records; provide records to the Committee on Special Education (CSE). • Enter progress data in IEP Direct, log Medicaid documentation in the Kinney system within two weeks of service, and submit attendance records at month end. • Participate in CSE meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other service-related meetings as requested. • Collaborate with school personnel, report service concerns, and meet monthly with the Assistant Superintendent or designee. • Support District hearings, mediation, or resolution sessions when required; complete documentation supporting billing. • Protect confidential information and avoid conflicts of interest, including private services to students also served through this District assignment. • Perform other duties as assigned.