PHYSICAL THERAPIST - SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) • Town of Smithtown, NY

6d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Physical Therapist in our School Age Program, you will be a vital component of a robust interdisciplinary team that is driven to ensure the most optimal outcomes for the students that Brightway Living & Learning supports. Our Physical Therapists are responsible for providing all aspects of Physical Therapy services to your assigned caseload. This includes providing direct services, screenings, assessments and evaluations and completing all required documentation.

Requirements

• Licensed in physical therapy by NYSED with current registration
• Doctorate in physical therapy from accredited university or college
• Experience treating children with I/DD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, or screen clients using appropriate standardized testing and clinical observational skills
• Provide physical therapy services according to mandated paperwork (i.e. IEP’s, IFSP, etc.)
• Provide required documentation for services that your program and/or supervisor have outlined for you.
• Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable, and confidential manner.
• Attend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professionals, staff and families.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge, skills and abilities through continuing education, in-service training or higher education.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic, orthotic and adaptive equipment devices.
• Consult with equipment technicians, physicians or others related to the clients needs
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• Paid time off for school breaks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree