Physical Therapy Assistant (SBT)

CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES•Norwalk, CT

6d•$42 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Constellation is looking to add a School-Based Physical Therapy Assistant to our team who is responsible for treatment of referred clients in school based setting. Physical Therapist Assistants may receive referrals from the School. Other duties may include direct consultation services, supervision of support staff and clinically related administrative tasks. The School-Based Physical Therapy Assistant supports the philosophy, goals and culture of Constellation Health Services. At Constellation Kids, we've been transforming the world of therapy and education for over 25 years. We believe in creating a positive and supportive environment for both our employees and the children we serve. We are a family-owned company with a strong commitment to providing high-quality therapy services in a compassionate and nurturing environment. Our team of dedicated professionals works hand-in-hand with families to make lasting changes in the lives of children. In sync with the school calendar. Your mission: empower school-age children to achieve their goals. Responsibilities include evaluations, interventions, leading small group sessions, and active collaboration with school teams and other therapists. Attend and contribute to IEP meetings.

Requirements

Graduate of an APT accredited curriculum with a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
Must be registered by the American Physical Therapy Certification Board and hold a Connecticut State License to practice Physical Therapy.
Candidates eligible for licensure will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Field work in pediatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring and consultation.
Carries out screenings of children and determines appropriate recommendations
Participates in the IEP process, engages in consensual decision making with school team.
Communicates effectively (orally and in writing) with education personnel, administrators, parents and community members.
Provides accurate documentation of intervention, goals and objectives
Facilitates transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to pre-school, pre-school to school etc.)
May supervise Level I/ Level II field work students.
Identifies emergency situations and determines appropriate action to ensure child safety.
Evaluations, interventions, leading small group sessions, and active collaboration with school teams and other therapists.
Attend and contribute to IEP meetings.