Part-Time Physical Therapist (PT) - Tucson Campus

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc•Tucson, AZ

19d•Onsite

About The Position

AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools. Under the direction of the Tucson Campus Director, the Physical Therapist will conduct screenings diagnostic assessments or evaluations through various data collection methods; participate in team evaluations, write goals and objectives, as appropriate for Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs); maintain required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement and legal compliance; provide consultation to parents, administrators, teachers and related staff personnel; and provide Physical Therapy services through a range of service delivery models.

Requirements

Experience delivering services in a school setting, in a classroom integration model preferred
Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance
Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
Minimum of two years PT experience in a school setting preferred
Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Master's Degree or higher
Current license with the AZ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering services in a school setting, in a classroom integration model preferred
Minimum of two years PT experience in a school setting preferred
Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Responsibilities

Assess and implement physical therapy needs for students.
Develops treatment plans, interventions, and/or educational materials for the purpose of meeting individualized student objectives and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Screens students to determine the need for further individualized assessment.
Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, and/or making recommendations and/or referrals.
Facilitates and/or attends meetings (e.g., IEP/MET/Team conferences, parent meetings, in-services, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding a student’s functional goals.
Assess students to identify eligibility and IEP needs.
Follow school-wide systems, rules, and positive behavior interventions.
Support the delivery of services in a classroom integration model.
Communicate effectively and proactively with students and families.
Responsible for paperwork compliance with data collections relating to IEP goals.
Accountability for growth and proficiency on IEP goals.
Participate in annual and ongoing staff training.
Complete any appropriate Medicaid billing and documentation.
Write PT goals and progress monitoring data for students' IEPs.