The Westchester School
PHYSICAL THERAPIST-FULL TIME--PARK AVENUE CAMPUS
The Westchester School, Yonkers, New York, United States
PHYSICAL THERAPIST-FULL TIME--PARK AVENUE CAMPUS
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The Westchester School POSITION SUMMARY The qualified applicant must hold a current New York State license as a Physical Therapist. The qualified applicant will demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. Responsibilities
To develop and implement the school Physical Therapy Program. To participate as a member of the Clinical Team in order to coordinate interdisciplinary efforts. To conduct evaluations in order to determine developmental levels, range of motion, muscle testing functions, A.D.L. need and/or use of adaptive equipment, gait analysis, balance and equilibrium. To determine treatment priorities, schedules, and procedures for providing therapy service. To provide therapy services on an individual and/or small group basis according to the students IEP. To maintain appropriate student records including but not limited to attendance, IEP information, initiation, and discharge summaries. To issue appropriate adaptive equipment and to develop and supervise classroom therapeutic programs to be implemented by classroom staff and parents. To consult with school personnel regarding program recommendations and special equipment considerations. To consult with physicians concerning recommendations for program and equipment. To maintain and utilize evaluative and therapeutic materials necessary to conduct a Physical Therapy Program. To participate in training programs within the school by conducting in-service programs and demonstrations for students, staff, and parents. To conduct re-evaluations on each student receiving therapy at least every three years, or as recommended by the Team and/or the child’s school district, and to provide written progress reports as required. Qualifications
Licensing: The qualified applicant must hold a current New York State license as a Physical Therapist. Experience: It is preferred that the qualified applicant will have completed at least one (1) year of successful direct experience with developmentally disabled children and/or adults in a school setting. Competencies: Accountability, Accuracy, Active Listening, Adaptability, Analytical Skills, Autonomy, Coaching and Development, Communication (Oral), Ethical conduct, Honesty/Integrity, Motivation, Responsible, Team Builder, Training. Skills & Abilities: Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the Internet, and email. Job Details
Employment type: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Location: Yonkers, NY
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The Westchester School POSITION SUMMARY The qualified applicant must hold a current New York State license as a Physical Therapist. The qualified applicant will demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. Responsibilities
To develop and implement the school Physical Therapy Program. To participate as a member of the Clinical Team in order to coordinate interdisciplinary efforts. To conduct evaluations in order to determine developmental levels, range of motion, muscle testing functions, A.D.L. need and/or use of adaptive equipment, gait analysis, balance and equilibrium. To determine treatment priorities, schedules, and procedures for providing therapy service. To provide therapy services on an individual and/or small group basis according to the students IEP. To maintain appropriate student records including but not limited to attendance, IEP information, initiation, and discharge summaries. To issue appropriate adaptive equipment and to develop and supervise classroom therapeutic programs to be implemented by classroom staff and parents. To consult with school personnel regarding program recommendations and special equipment considerations. To consult with physicians concerning recommendations for program and equipment. To maintain and utilize evaluative and therapeutic materials necessary to conduct a Physical Therapy Program. To participate in training programs within the school by conducting in-service programs and demonstrations for students, staff, and parents. To conduct re-evaluations on each student receiving therapy at least every three years, or as recommended by the Team and/or the child’s school district, and to provide written progress reports as required. Qualifications
Licensing: The qualified applicant must hold a current New York State license as a Physical Therapist. Experience: It is preferred that the qualified applicant will have completed at least one (1) year of successful direct experience with developmentally disabled children and/or adults in a school setting. Competencies: Accountability, Accuracy, Active Listening, Adaptability, Analytical Skills, Autonomy, Coaching and Development, Communication (Oral), Ethical conduct, Honesty/Integrity, Motivation, Responsible, Team Builder, Training. Skills & Abilities: Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the Internet, and email. Job Details
Employment type: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Location: Yonkers, NY
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