Physical Therapist (185 Days)

•    Carry out evaluation procedures in a timely manner to determine the need for therapeutic intervention in the school setting.
•    Communicate results of evaluation and specific recommendations of Physical Therapy services to the parents, educational staff, students, when appropriate, other professional, and agencies concerned with student.
•    Plan and develop therapeutic intervention that are educationally relevant and integrated into the student’s educational IEP.
•    Provide Integrated/direct services agreed to by Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee.
•    Conduct periodic reassessment of therapy objectives as indicated by student’s IEP.
•    Maintain a system of documentation that is professional, efficient and accountable that conforms to district PT program policy, including electronic documentation and SHARS documentation.
•    Provide training to educational staff related to implementation of therapeutic intervention.
•    Monitor and collaborate by teaching and supervising other professional and paraprofessional who are involved with the implementation of Physical Therapy intervention procedures.
•    Monitor the inventory and use of assistive technology for therapeutic intervention.
•    Perform all duties relating to the IDEA B Grant at 100%.
•    Participate in program development activities as directed by Lead OT/PT Therapist.
•    Participate in continuing education and professional growth objectives.
•    Attend staff and other meetings when appropriate.
•    Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

•    Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution valid Texas License as an occupational therapist granted by the Executive Council of Physical Therapy Examiners.
•    Successful completion of formal school based pediatric affiliation or alternate pediatric experience.
•    One year of experience in school-based physical therapy preferred.
•    Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
•    Successful completion of the APTA National Physical Therapy Examination.
•    Current State of Texas license to practice physical therapy.
•    Competencies in physical therapy service in settings with diverse populations.
•    Knowledge of legislation regarding Special Education and related services.
•    Must have own transportation.
•    Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is a plus.