Physical Therapist

CESA 6•Town of Algoma, WI

14d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides related services to exceptional educational needs (EEN) students identified by an evaluation team. Services support students’ participation in educational environments and may prevent disability or improve, develop, restore, or maintain sensory-motor function. The therapist introduces techniques and equipment to classroom teachers to enhance student performance and support implementation of educational plans. This position reports directly to the Director, Itinerant Services and is available part time or full time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program.
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services license as a Physical Therapist.
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) License (#817) in Physical Therapy.
Ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams and to plan, delegate, and supervise others.
Effective organization, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage schedules and meet deadlines.
Ability to interpret and administer policies and procedures consistently and objectively.
Effective and timely verbal and written communication with diverse audiences.
Flexibility to adapt to changes in the work environment.
Problem-prevention and problem-solving skills.
Accuracy and close attention to detail.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work professionally and tactfully with agency staff and external clients, and to provide a high standard of customer service.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team to support student outcomes.
Professional, businesslike appearance and demeanor.
Advanced computer skills, including email, word processing, and virtual meeting facilitation.
Ability to represent the agency and public, private, and parochial school districts professionally in interactions with staff, customers, and the community.
Ability to foster mutual respect and collaboration.
Ability to work from multiple school, agency, and work-related locations and travel between districts for instruction, meetings, training, and conferences.
Valid driver’s license and proof of current vehicle insurance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform trained crisis-prevention techniques, which may involve restraining students.
Ability to carry equipment or supplies weighing 20–50 pounds and perform heavy lifting of equipment and students when needed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the physical, neuromuscular, functional, gross motor, sensory, strength, and postural needs of students with disabilities.
Provide direct treatment to students, including lifting, transferring, and positioning students and equipment.
Consult with teachers, staff, and parents about student needs.
Co-treat identified students with other therapists when appropriate.
Participate in evaluation and IEP teams as assigned.
Plan and develop individual therapy goals with classroom teachers to meet students’ educational needs.
Serve as a liaison between medical and educational professionals.
Participate in parent conferences and training.
Recommend, construct, or adapt equipment to support student performance in special education environments.
Prepare evaluation reports, daily notes, IEP paperwork, treatment plans, progress notes, and end-of-year reports related to student care and performance.
Prepare written home programs for teachers and families as needed.
Complete letters of medical necessity for equipment and student needs.
Obtain medical information as required by law.
Train teachers, staff, and families on home programs, plans of care, and activities supporting student progress.
Collaborate with community resources and agencies to meet student needs.
Supervise physical therapist assistants and physical therapist assistant interns as assigned.
Complete agency paperwork and assigned district paperwork, including expense vouchers, calendars, inventory, class lists, student schedules, and Medicaid reimbursement.
Provide in-service training on the role of a Physical Therapist in educational settings and techniques used schoolwide or individually for EEN students.
Attend scheduled OT/PT staff, district, and agency meetings.
Maintain Wisconsin medical and DPI licensure and complete required continuing education.
Use appropriate assessment tools based on physical therapy practice and student deficits or needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.