Physical Therapist Assistant - Meriden Public Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Student Support Services/Physical Therapist AssistantDate Posted: 10/10/2024Location: District WideDate Available: Immediately after filled Closing Date: Open Until FilledQualifications:

Completion of an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Current certification

Licensed to practice in Connecticut

Must be supervised by a licensed registered Physical Therapist who is responsible for assessments, goals/objectives and triennials.

Reports to: Senior Director of Student Supports and Special Education & Lead School Physical TherapistJob Goal: Function as a Related Service Provider to provide physical therapy services delegated and supervised by a licensed physical therapist. Under the direction of the physical therapistfollows a service plan developed by the physical therapist to improve, develop, restore or maintain students' active participation in self-maintenance, work, leisure, and play in educational environments.Performance Responsibilities:

Assist with data collection and evaluation.

Provide direct service according to a written treatment plan that the physical therapist develops.

Recommend treatment modifications to the physical therapist based on students' needs.

Adapt environments, tools, materials and activities according to students' needs.

Communicate and interact with other team members, school personnel, and families in collaboration with a physical therapist.

Participate in meetings as member of the multidisciplinary team.

Travel to and among schools to provide services.

Maintain treatment areas, equipment and supply inventory as the service plan requires.

Maintain record of service provided including Medicaid reimbursement forms.

Participate in policy and procedure development, in collaboration with a physical therapist; participate in in-services and training.

Other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor.

Terms of Employment: -40 hours a week -184 School days at 8 hours per day -25 Summer School days at 5 hours per day -Medical and Dental benefits -$58,389.43 Annually The Meriden Board of Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, marital, gender identity or expression, veteran or other protected class status under applicable law in any of its education programs, activities or employment policies.