Physical Therapist

City Schools of Decatur; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City Schools of Decatur is seeking a School Physical Therapist to develop and implement a school-based physical therapy program, including screening, evaluations and intervention services for students.

The role requires licensure in Georgia, collaboration with teachers and families, and adherence to regional standards for school services. The position supports students’ access to educational activities within the Georgia system.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Georgia.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
• Gather information from students, parents, guardians and team members regarding student’s motor performance in the school setting.
• Select, administer and interpret screening instruments and standardized measurement tools.
• Form partnerships with school staff to promote an effective physical therapy plan of care for students.
• Provide physical therapy to students in accordance with the Georgia Physical Therapy Act.
• Examine and evaluate students’ strengths and needs to determine participation in school activities.
• Adapt environments to facilitate student access and participation in education.
• Consult with school personnel, parents and students to coordinate therapy services.
• Participate in the IEP/504 process to determine needs for therapy.
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and students.
• Demonstrate consultative skills in conferences with parents, teachers and students.
• Maintain documentation of services rendered.
• Refer students to related service personnel and healthcare providers as appropriate.

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

POSITION TITLE: School Physical Therapist

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: 190

DATE REVIEWED: 05-2024

Terms Of Employment

The Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, shall appoint the School Physical Therapist. The annual period of service shall be 190 days.

Primary Function

The school Physical Therapist develops implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the schools; providing screening, evaluations and intervention services to students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice
• Gather appropriate information from students, parents, guardians and other team members in regard to the student’s functional motor performance in the school setting
• Select, administer and interpret a variety of screening instruments and standardized measurement tools
• Form partnerships with school staff and administration to promote an effective physical therapy plan of care for students in need
• Provide physical therapy to students in accordance with the Georgia Physical Therapy Act
• Examine and evaluate eligible students’ strengths and needs to establish their ability to participate in meaningful school activities and routines with or without assistance
• Adapt environments to facilitate student access and participation in the educational program
• Function as a consultant to other school personnel, parents, guardians, and students to coordinate the delivery of physical therapy services
• Participate in the IEP/504 process, including collaboratively determining the need for physical therapy as a related service ( IDEA) or as a reasonable accommodation ( 504)
• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students
• Demonstrates appropriate consultative skills in parent, teacher and student conferences
• Utilizes assigned technology to maintain required documentation of services rendered
• Refer students to other related service personnel and to healthcare providers as appropriate
• Serve as a liaison among school, medical personnel, and medical equipment vendors
• Excellent oral and written communication skill; organization and time management

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

degree in physical therapy from an accredited program; licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Georgia

EVALUATION

Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.