PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Lee County School District, NC
- Sanford, Florida, United States
- Sanford, Florida, United States
Über
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of physical therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence based practice. Knowledge of effective practice, clinical decision making, outcomes based intervention and their proper application in the educational environment. Knowledge of areas of practice specific to pediatrics, including child development and specific diagnoses. Knowledge of administrative management practices. Ability to plan, implement, administer and coordinate a physical therapy program, from eligibility determination to exit, within an LEA. Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment tools and interpret results of assessment. Skill in selecting and providing a wide range of intervention strategies and monitoring their effectiveness. Ability to plan, coordinate and provide training and continuing education both formally and informally to parents, school administration, school staff, community agencies, staff and other medical professionals. Skill in effective oral and written communication. Knowledge of current legal mandates, including: Federal and State law, compliance issues, confidentiality requirements, funding procedures and requirements. Physical ability to execute job responsibilities that may include: transferring and/or lifting students or equipment, and managing equipment. Essential Job Functions:
Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice. Provide direct supervision of physical therapy assistants in accordance with North Carolina's Physical Therapy Practice Act . Develop, implement and coordinate the physical therapy program with the LEA, including philosophy, vision, departmental procedures and goals. Evaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and records. Interpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teams. Participate with schools to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans. Develop and implement intervention strategies. Develop physical management plan for daily classroom routines and train staff in its safe implementation. Plan for transition from school to community, preparing student to function independent from therapy service when targeted outcomes are achieved. Evaluate and report on student progress. Communicate and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals. Serve as resource to parents, school team, staff and administration on disabling conditions and their effects on education. Collaborate with community based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of service. Assess need and recommend assistive technology necessary for function at school. Contribute to planning safe transportation of students with disability. Participate with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modification. Maintain student service, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act as well as school district, State and Federal policies. Participate in budget planning and policy development. Document need and advocate for personnel and equipment. Procure, maintain and inventory equipment, materials and supplies. Seek regular opportunities for professional growth. Provide clinical educational opportunities for students of physical therapy Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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