Job Summary

The school-based physical therapist works as a member of the educational team, supporting the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The school physical therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the local agency (LEA); providing screening, evaluation and intervention services. Skilled provision of physical therapy prevents injury (acute and chronic) of both students and educational staff.

Essential Job Functions

Working with students with disabilities and serious health impairments, the physical therapist is expected to analyze risk, problem solve effectively and demonstrate a high level of professional judgement when recommending and providing services and making environmental modifications.

Consultation with educational and community personnel is also an essential component of the physical therapist's roles/responsibilities.

The physical therapist, working as a team member serving students, is autonomous in applying principles of physical therapy and responsible for working within the South Carolina Physical Therapy Practice Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other legal mandates.

Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.

Provides direct supervision of physical therapy assistants in accordance with South Carolina's Physical Therapy Act as assigned.

Develops, implements and coordinates the physical therapy program within the LEA, including philosophy, vision, procedures and goals.

Evaluates students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and records.

Interprets assessment findings and appropriately conveying information to parents and school teams.

Participates with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and 504 Plans.

Develops and implements intervention strategies.

Develops physical management plans for daily classroom routines and trains staff in its safe implementation.

Plans for transition from school to community, preparing students to function independently from therapy service when targeted outcomes are achieved.

Evaluates and reports on student progress.

Communicates and consults with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals.

Serves as a resource for parents, school teams, staff and administration on disabling conditions and their effects on education.

Collaborates with community-based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of services,

Participates in planning safe transportation of students with disabilities.

Provides consultation regarding emergency evacuation of students with disability.

Participates with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modifications.

Maintains student services, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act as well as school district, state and federal policies.

Participates in budget planning and policy development.

Documents needs and advocates for personnel and equipment, materials and supplies.

Seeks regular opportunities for professional growth.

Demonstrates regular and prompt attendance.

Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business, act ethically, set priorities, and work well under pressure with attention to detail.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Principal or Superintendent of Schools.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of two years of physical therapy preferred. Previous experience in pediatric pract

Hampton School District One

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