Job Description
Job DescriptionAdelphi is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct and consultative physical therapy services to students within a school setting in Gloucester, Virginia.
Job Quick Facts
• Reference #: EDU-1493-03
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Physical Therapist (PT)
• Location: Gloucester, Virginia
• Facility Type: School
• Job Type: Contract / On-Call
• Service Delivery: Direct and Consultative Services
• Schedule: As Needed
• Compensation: $60 per hour
Requirements
• Current Virginia licensure or other applicable credential required to provide physical therapy services.
• Appropriate education, training, and professional experience necessary to perform school-based physical therapy services.
• Experience providing physical therapy services to students with disabilities in a school or educational setting preferred.
Responsibilities
• Provide direct physical therapy services to students in accordance with their IEPs and assigned service requirements.
• Conduct physical therapy and functional evaluations.
• Prepare written evaluation reports, recommendations, and appropriate physical therapy interventions.
• Participate in eligibility, IEP, manifestation determination, and multidisciplinary team meetings as requested.
• Monitor student progress and complete required service and progress documentation.
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, special education personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide recommendations regarding accommodations, assistive technology, adaptive supports, and specialized instructional supports within the scope of physical therapy services.
• Provide consultative services to instructional staff and families regarding students’ physical and functional needs.
• Assist with Medicaid documentation and billing requirements where applicable.
• Coordinate scheduling and service delivery with administrators and designated case managers.
• Maintain accurate reports, service records, progress documentation, and other records required by the school.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, IDEA, HIPAA where applicable, and other governing requirements.
• Maintain required professional licensure, certifications, and professional standards throughout the assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned