Job Description:

Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited physical therapy assistant program
Current certification
Licensed to practice in Connecticut
Must be supervised by a licensed registered Physical Therapist who is responsible for assessments, goals/objectives and triennials.
 
Reports to:
Senior Director of Student Supports and Special Education & Lead School Physical Therapist
 
Job Goal:
Function as a Related Service Provider to provide physical therapy services delegated and supervised by a licensed physical therapist.  Under the direction of the physical therapist follows a service plan developed by the physical therapist to improve, develop, restore or maintain students' active participation in self-maintenance, work, leisure, and play in educational environments.
 

Performance Responsibilities:
Assist with data collection and evaluation.
Provide direct service according to a written treatment plan that the physical therapist develops.
Recommend treatment modifications to the physical therapist based on students' needs.
Adapt environments, tools, materials and activities according to students' needs.
Communicate and interact with other team members, school personnel, and families in collaboration with a physical therapist.
Participate in meetings as member of the multidisciplinary team.
Travel to and among schools to provide services.
Maintain treatment areas, equipment and supply inventory as the service plan requires.
Maintain record of service provided including Medicaid reimbursement forms.
Participate in policy and procedure development, in collaboration with a physical therapist; participate in in-services and training.
Other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor.

Terms of Employment:
-40 hours a week
-184 School days at 8 hours per day
-25 Summer School days at 5 hours per day
-Medical and Dental benefits
-$58,389.43 Annually