Physical Therapist

Carthage Central School District; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,400; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapist to develop and coordinate a physical therapy program for students. This role demands strong problem-solving skills, the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, and adherence to legal and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will hold a valid New York State certification and will be responsible for evaluations, implementing interventions, and advocating for students' needs. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards.
• Reasonable accommodations made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and coordinate the physical therapy program.
• Provide screening, evaluation, and intervention services.
• Communicate and consult with staff, parents, and community professionals.

Skills

Excellent written and oral English skills

Ability to develop intervention strategies

Professional judgement and problem-solving

Communication and consultation skills

Education

New York State certification

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services / Physical Therapist
• Date Posted: 7/3/2024
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: Until filled
• Application Deadline: Open until filled
• Salary: $53,000 - $65,400 Commensurate with Experience, plus a $500 stipend
• Title: Physical Therapist
• Reports to: Director of Special Education
• Approved By: Carthage Central School District Board of Education

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist develops, implements, and coordinates the physical therapy program within the school. They will provide screening, evaluation, and intervention services to facilitate their educational goals. The physical therapist is expected to problem solve effectively and demonstrate a high level of professional judgement when recommending and providing appropriate services, making environmental modifications and training staff to manage physical needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of physical therapy practice.
2. Develop, implement and coordinate the physical therapy program to address educational needs of the students.
3. Select, administer and interpret a variety of screening instruments, and standardized tests and utilize skilled professional observation and evaluation.
4. Interpret assessment findings and provide recommendations and appropriately convey information to parents and education team.
5. Participate with the education team to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and 504 plans.
6. Develop and implement intervention strategies to allow students to benefit from their education program as well as measure and document student response from the designed interventions.
7. Communicate and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals. Provide recommendations for safe transfer techniques for students with disabilities and training for staff as indicated.
8. Assess need and recommend assistive devices necessary for function at school.
9. Contribute to the planning of safe transportation of students with disability to and from school.
10. Participate with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modifications.
11. Reports to school on time.
12. Maintains confidentiality.
13. Adheres to and enforces CCSD Code of Conduct.
14. Participates, when appropriate, in continuous professional growth.
15. Attends required meetings and follows building rules, procedures and district policies.
16. Maintains positive, cooperative and mutually supportive relationships with students, staff, caregivers, colleagues, district personnel and community.
17. Uses excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, staff, caregivers and community.
18. Provides supervision of students both in and outside of the classroom in accordance with building and district expectations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises classroom and students.

OTHER

Performs related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

In accordance with New York State certification requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

It is the professional obligation of the employee to secure and maintain all required certificates, licenses and registrations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer.