Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Description
This position isresponsible for implementation of school based physical therapy programs under direction of a supervising physical therapist.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Attend participate in and/or review information to discuss results of required evaluations and IEP reports.
2.Implement individual group classroom consultative services as appropriate to meet the needs of students in their educational programs.
3.Schedule students effectively efficiently to receive physical therapy services.
4.Utilize best practices; evidence based research and appropriate materials to implement therapeutic services.
5.Consult with educational and other therapy staff parents regarding physical therapy needs and services in school.
6.Maintain working student files in accordance with department procedures.
7.Complete all documentation within required timelines.
8.Prepare and complete ACCESS billing for eligible students.
9.Monitor and document student progress based on data collection information.
10.Submit current treatment schedules and updates as needed to administration.
11.Ensure and maintain student confidentiality and protect student data in accordance with HIPAA/FERPA regulations and AIU policy.
12.Demonstrate familiarity with use of email word documents excel and online IEP writing systems as required.
13.Advise AIU administrative staff of caseload trends district needs and specific student concerns in a timely manner.
14.Work collaboratively and in accordance with practice act and licensure regulations with supervising physical therapist/s.
15.Attend staff meetings in-services and serve on staff committees as required.
1.Valid PA Physical Therapist Assistant License with Indirect Supervision Certification
2.Valid Physical Therapist Assistant Degree
3.Pediatric school based experience preferred
4.Ability to travel
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.Sitting for extended period of time
2.Kneeling squatting stooping and bending from 50-70 degrees at the waist
3.Twisting at the neck and back
4.May be necessary to move quickly or run at times
5.Lifting carrying pushing pulling 35 pounds
6.Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
7.Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating
8.Hearing clearly
9.Adequate vision to perform duties
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Disclaimer:
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of thePhysical Therapist Assistant
Reports To:OT/PT Program Administrator Supervising Therapist/s
Department:Pupil Services
Employment Type
Full Time
