PREP Physical Therapist (Part Time)

Category: Teacher / Professional

Employment Type: Full-time

Building: Itinerant (multiple locations)Office: 3926 Seminole Trail Charlottesville, VA)

Reports To: PREP Executive Director

Contact Information

Name: Katy Compel

Email:

Phone:

Posting Schedule

This position will remain open until filled

Summary:

The Piedmont Regional Education Program (PREP) seeks to hire a physical therapist. The physical therapist may serve multiple localities within the PREP based on the needs of the overall program and participating localities (e.g. Albemarle, Charlottesville, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Green, Louisa, Madison, Nelson and Orange).

Salary Range: Professional Salary Scale: $48, 010 - $74,670

Salary is commensurate with years of related experience; advanced degree supplements are available as determined by the PREP Joint Board of Control

Primary Function:

Physical Therapists (PT) are responsible for planning, implementation and assessment of individualized education program (IEP) goals for students with disabilities in participating school division. As a related service provider, the PT provides appropriate intervention to meet students' individualized needs in acquiring independence in functional skills to participate in and benefit from the educational environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to collaborate with parents, educators, and other school support staff. Organizational skills and the ability to work independently are paramount.

Performance Responsibilities:

Professional Performance Objectives.

To comply with school and school board policies and regulations

To work cooperatively with the total staff

To relate positively to parents and to other community representatives

To demonstrate professional growth

To be prompt and accurate with required records and reports

To accept responsibilities as they relate to the accomplishment of job objectives

To use instructional and planning time effectively

Physical Therapists Performance Objectives.

Complete evaluations, develop measurable goals and plan and implement therapeutic interventions at intervals determined by the individualized education program (IEP) team and/or as required by the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia or other local, state or federal requirements

Communicate results of evaluations and reports to students, parents, staff and when appropriate, other professionals and agencies concerned with the student

Establish a system of documentation that is professional, efficient, and timely providing proof of accountability that conforms to state and individual agency policy including, but not limited to, individualized education programs, progress reporting, daily documentation, and Medicaid documentation when required

Collaborate, consult, teach and monitor professionals and paraprofessionals involved with the implementation of physical therapy interventions

Provide consultation to schools and school divisions regarding students', staff and system needs

Attend school team and IEP meetings as appropriate

Attend PREP staff meetings and in-services

Supervise, monitor and evaluate the job performance of any assigned physical therapy assistant or student as required by the Virginia Department of Health Professions

Make recommendations regarding adaptive equipment needs and maintain an inventory of therapy equipment and supplies

Complete other duties as assigned

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities via the Teacher Performance Evaluation System.

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program following successful completion of all fieldwork requirements

Passed the Physical Therapy National Certification Examination and be licensed or be eligible for licensure by the Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP)

Possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number and be enrolled with Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) as an Ordering, Referring or Prescribing (ORP) Provider

Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds, walk an average of one mile per day, climb flights of stairs as needed, sit for extended periods in a car, and transition from standing to the floor and back during service provision.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three or more years' experience of pediatric work

Experience in a school setting

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Katy Compel, Executive Director,