Physical Therapist - Part Time

Aptsinc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist. This role involves assessing and diagnosing students' physical therapy needs, collaborating with teachers and parents, and guiding the use of special equipment. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy and a valid Virginia Physical Therapist License. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Physical Therapist License is required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Acquire baseline information to assess students’ current P.T. needs.
• Consult with teachers and parents to develop plans for services.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction, treatment, and provide IEP information.
• Research resources and methods for students’ physical services.
• Prepare reports and attend multidisciplinary case meetings.
• Guide how to use special equipment installed in classrooms.
• Assist other staff in the completion of their work activities.

Skills

Integrity

Initiative

Dedication

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description

Do you want a rewarding career working with students with special needs? Do you have the integrity, initiative, and dedication to provide the skills and opportunities to challenge students? If so, APTS would like the opportunity to speak with you.

Alternative Paths Training School (APTS®) vision is that everyone who comes our way in need of intervention, whether academically, behaviorally, emotionally, or otherwise, be able to successfully reintegrate into mainstream society, and perform to their highest potential.

APTS® is searching for a Part-Time Physical Therapist.

Employee’s duties include, but are not limited to:

• Acquiring baseline information to assess students’ current P.T. needs
• Consulting with teachers, parents, and other personnel for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, and/or making recommendations
• Diagnosing movement dysfunction, treatment, and providing IEP information for the respective individual
• Researching resources and methods (i.e., intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and processes, community resources, etc.) to determine an appropriate approach for students’ physical services
• Preparing reports and attending multidisciplinary case meetings to decide and review continuing treatment
• Guiding how to use special equipment installed in the classrooms
• Assisting other staff as may be required for supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university required
• Must possess a valid Virginia Physical Therapist License
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment

APTS® or any of its subsidiaries, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. APTS® is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.