Physical Therapy Assistant PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant PTA
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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited college or university recognized by the National Board for Certification of Physical Therapy.
- Must have completed all fieldwork requirements of the Program.
- Current and valid PTA license issued by the State of New Hampshire.
- Prior experience in a school settingwith students is preferred.
- Experience implementing appropriate therapy under the direction of a PhysicalTherapist.
- Valid drivers license and own transportation.
Specific Core Function:
Assist with evaluation of students needs; assist in developing monitoring and implementingtherapy programs; and provide assistive services to the school personnel.
Responsibilities of the Position:
- Provides direct physical therapy services to students according to IEP goals for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established practices and procedures.
- Works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in adapting environment tools and materials in order to improve student functioning in the classroom setting.
- Assists the Physical Therapist in assessing students motor and developmental skills for the purpose of determining the students deficits and developing recommendations.
- Attends IEP team meetings as requested in order to provide or receive information in order to implement school based physical therapy services.
- Consults with the Physical Therapist other related service providers and teachers for the purpose of implementing revising or making recommendations on IEP goal implementation.
- Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students teachers parents and other involved persons for the purpose of providing appropriate care to students and supporting the students IEP plan for use in the classroom.
Specified Length/Hours of Position:
This is a nonaffiliated position which follows the terms of district policies following the school calendar with 7 hours per day 35 hours per week.
Compensation:$25.00/hr
Benefits:
Full benefits package to all eligible employees and their dependents including Anthem Medical insurance Anthem Vision Insurance Delta Dental insurance company funded HSA for select Anthem plans Flexible spending accounts Retirement pension plan Gym Reimbursement Company sponsored life insurance 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan Vision discounts medical incentive rewards employee assistance program and more.
Application Procedure:
The Manchester School District uses this Applicant Tracking online application platform please visit our site: The Manchester School Districts website
Employment Type
Full-Time
