Physical Therapy Asst Lic

Positions available at various schools. Please email Sarah Black at [email protected] or call 813-837-7840 with any questions or further information.

Summary The Physical Therapy Assistant Licensed, will provide physical therapy services to assigned students under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide therapy in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act, Chapter 486.021, F.S. and under the regulation of the individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Implements therapeutic activities identified on the Plan of Care developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Documents all therapy services including daily documentation, progress notes and Medicaid billing.
• Collects data to assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating the student’s needs and progress towards the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) goals.
• Assists the Physical Therapist with in-service training of staff in therapeutic techniques, use of adaptive equipment, and determining students’ adaptive equipment needs.
• Attends team and staff meetings/in-services and school team meetings as appropriate.
• Applies evidence based research and best practices for the implementation of therapeutic interventions for improving student outcomes.
• Collects and uses data for decision making and implementation of therapeutic interventions/strategies under the direction of the supervising physical therapist.
• Initiates and supports school personnel with problem solving in planning, facilitating, or delivering interventions to support student outcomes identified on the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Collaborates with school personnel and demonstrates knowledge of the educational environment to promote safe and accessible schools.
• Continues to develop professional expertise through professional readings, trainings, and conferences.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Use of Technology: Demonstrates required skills. Adapts to new technologies. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Keeps technical skills up to date.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

All applicants must have an "ACTIVE" application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

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All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page.

Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position.

Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.

If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact the Application Center at 813-840-7181.

You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY AFTER, applying for any opening.

(Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer (same job at a different location))

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Salary Schedules

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