Genesis HealthCare
Physical Therapist - School Based
Genesis HealthCare, Sayville, New York, United States, 11782
Overview
Pediatric Physical Therapist NEEDED!!
Benefits
Flexible scheduling
Benefits for full time and part time team members (not applicable for 1099)
Part time preferred hours or full time hours
Access to clinical support teams
Training workshops for which professional development credit may be earned
Pay commensurate with experience
Responsibilities
Implements treatment plans and programs through consistent daily and weekly schedules that focus on functional and measurable outcomes to be shared with the school and/or supervisors.
Delivers specialized individual and group physical therapy instruction as mandated in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Collects data and completes reports regarding the student’s goals and progress.
Consults with other professionals (Teachers, SLP, OT, PCP, etc) on the student’s treatment team to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive therapy team.
Assesses and documents each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measurements.
Writes and prepares annual review reports and goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates and requirements in order to remain in compliance with state guidelines.
Provides physical therapy expertise when developing FBA/BIP.
Provides parent and caregiver support and education to discuss the student’s progress and strategies for continued support outside of school.
Attends all school related meetings as scheduled, such as triennials, annual reviews, domain, referrals, and pre-IEP meetings for each individual student.
Ensures a suitable learning environment by setting up and preparing materials and supplies as needed.
Supervises PTA(s) in accordance with state practice act guidelines, as needed.
Communicates and follows up with schools and families to obtain appropriate physician signatures/orders for school-based physical therapy referrals in order to initiate and continue with services.
Follows the safety guidelines and directives for the student in regards to functional mobility, orientation, and exercises provided by other related service providers.
Utilizes communication devices and assistive technology as outlined by the speech language pathologist and itinerants.
Provides screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled physical therapy intervention relative to student/client’s level of function.
Maintains quality therapy records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and school requirements.
Participates in school trainings, in-service, and professional development opportunities.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Appropriate State License
NYSED Certification: Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
Willingness to work with medically fragile when required for preschool referrals.
Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise is required to serve this population.
Salary USD $70.00 - $90.00 / Hr.
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Benefits
Flexible scheduling
Benefits for full time and part time team members (not applicable for 1099)
Part time preferred hours or full time hours
Access to clinical support teams
Training workshops for which professional development credit may be earned
Pay commensurate with experience
Responsibilities
Implements treatment plans and programs through consistent daily and weekly schedules that focus on functional and measurable outcomes to be shared with the school and/or supervisors.
Delivers specialized individual and group physical therapy instruction as mandated in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Collects data and completes reports regarding the student’s goals and progress.
Consults with other professionals (Teachers, SLP, OT, PCP, etc) on the student’s treatment team to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive therapy team.
Assesses and documents each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measurements.
Writes and prepares annual review reports and goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates and requirements in order to remain in compliance with state guidelines.
Provides physical therapy expertise when developing FBA/BIP.
Provides parent and caregiver support and education to discuss the student’s progress and strategies for continued support outside of school.
Attends all school related meetings as scheduled, such as triennials, annual reviews, domain, referrals, and pre-IEP meetings for each individual student.
Ensures a suitable learning environment by setting up and preparing materials and supplies as needed.
Supervises PTA(s) in accordance with state practice act guidelines, as needed.
Communicates and follows up with schools and families to obtain appropriate physician signatures/orders for school-based physical therapy referrals in order to initiate and continue with services.
Follows the safety guidelines and directives for the student in regards to functional mobility, orientation, and exercises provided by other related service providers.
Utilizes communication devices and assistive technology as outlined by the speech language pathologist and itinerants.
Provides screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled physical therapy intervention relative to student/client’s level of function.
Maintains quality therapy records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and school requirements.
Participates in school trainings, in-service, and professional development opportunities.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Appropriate State License
NYSED Certification: Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
Willingness to work with medically fragile when required for preschool referrals.
Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise is required to serve this population.
Salary USD $70.00 - $90.00 / Hr.
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