Physical Therapist Assistants (Candidate Pool) 26-27

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistants (Candidate Pool) 26-27 Reports to: Assistant Director of Assessment & Related ServicesDept/Campus: Special ServicesPay Grade: Professional - PG 4Wage/Hour Status: ExemptDays: 187Primary Purpose:Provides direct and indirect physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.Education/Certification:Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant programValid Texas license as a physical therapy assistant issued by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy ExaminersSpecial Knowledge / Skills:Knowledge of research based interventionsKnowledge of current Texas law regarding physical therapy practiceKnowledge of special education procedures, rules, and lawsKnowledge of medical information and indications/contraindications for occupational therapy treatmentAbility to administer physical therapy treatmentsAbility to instruct students and manage their behaviorExcellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to use technology to support job dutiesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and colleagues ? Reliable transportation between work sitesExperience:At least one year of experience as a physical therapy assistant in pediatrics and/or the school setting is preferredEssential Job Functions:Therapy:Provide direct, integrated, and/or consultative services consistent with goals supported by physical therapy contained in students' Individual Education Plans (IEP).Assess students to determine functional need for adaptive equipment and/or positioning devices within the school environment and assist in obtaining the equipment for school use.Instruct students and appropriate school staff in the use of a variety of strategies, adaptive devices, and/or assistive technology to facilitate academic access and success. Monitor ongoing effective use of strategies, equipment, and/or technology.Adapt environments to facilitate student access and participation in the educational program.Transport, adjust, and manipulate a variety of adaptive equipment and/or positioning devices.Collaboration:Collaborate with the supervising physical therapist to help with developing the IEP.Present staff development in assigned schools as requested. Conduct one-on-one consultation/training with teachers, aides, parents, and others to apprise them of individual student needs and requirements related to the student's physical therapy.Student Management:Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of each student.Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Program Management:Participate with the supervising physical therapist in planning for appropriate placement and goal setting for students according to district procedures.Maintain and inventory equipment, materials and supplies.Administration:Compile, maintain, and file documentation of services and progress notes, intervention plans, SHARS reimbursements, and IEPs in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act as well as state and district policies.Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and assigned campus routines and regulations.Seek appropriate training opportunities to update skills and knowledge base in Physical Therapy and to fulfill PTA license requirements.Act in a professional manner and maintain confidentiality of student information.Other:Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.Equipment used:Personal or laptop computer, printer, copier, shredder, calculator, telephone, electronic mobile devices, video display monitor, therapy equipment and/or materials.Working Conditions:Physical Demands/Mental Demands/Environmental Factors:The working conditions described 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 and expectations.Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned. Regularly sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use hands to handle or feel; frequent repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; routinely lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds; routinely required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; routinely transition between floor and standing activities/work in floor based postures; vision abilities include close vision and color vision; regularly work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; noise level is usually mild to moderate. The employee may spend long hours in intense concentration which requires attention to detail. There are a number of deadlines associated with this position, which may cause stress. The employee must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues.The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.