Physical Therapist
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Job Description
Job Title:Physical Therapist
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional
Reports to:Executive Director of Special Programs
Date Revised: 4/8/25
Dept./School: Special Education Related Services
Pay Grade:
Assigned Campus(es)
Primary Purpose:
Plan and provide direct therapy and instruction to students with physical disabilities and developmental disabilities. Provide therapeutic and instructional intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Doctor of Physical Therapy degree i
Valid Texas license as a physical therapist granted by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of medical information and indications for physical therapy treatment
Skill in use of tests and measurements for assessing physical function
Excellent public relations organization communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to administer manual exercises and physical therapy treatments
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information in oneonone small group and large group situations to students parents and district staff
Knowledge of Adapted Physical Education Assessment and how to utilize them to evaluate students
Knowledge of Special Olympics sports
Experience:
Minimum one year experience as a physical therapist
One year experience in a school setting preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Therapy
- Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with physical therapy goals contained in students Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make recommendations regarding physical therapy services
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Consultation
- Consult with district and outside personnel including referring healthcare provider private therapists and other medical staff regarding the physical and medical needs of students. Assist in the selection of equipment and adaptive materials.
- Present staff development in assigned schools as requested. Conduct oneonone consultation with teachers aides parents and others to apprise them of individual student needs and requirements related to the students physical therapy.
Student Management
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level interests and needs of the student.
- Implement and model positive behavior support with students.
- Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Program Management
- Participate in the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretations of assessment data appropriate placement and goal setting for students with physical disabilities according to district procedures.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the physical therapy program and make changes based on the findings.
- Compile maintain and file all reports records and other required documents.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education Rule and Local Board Policy.
- Demonstrate superior customer service with district staff students and community stakeholders.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Follow all federal state and local procedures and meet established timelines.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise the work of physical therapy assistant(s) aides and volunteers
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Physical therapy equipment; special need adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent standing sitting kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular heavy lifting 45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards bacteria and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure
Employment Type
Full-Time
