Physical Therapist (PT)

Adelphi is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide direct and consultative physical therapy services to students within a school setting in Gloucester, Virginia.

Job Quick Facts

• Reference #: EDU-1493-03

• Profession: Allied Health

• Specialty: Physical Therapist (PT)

• Location: Gloucester, Virginia

• Facility Type: School

• Job Type: Contract / On-Call

• Service Delivery: Direct and Consultative Services

• Schedule: As Needed

• Compensation: $60 per hour

Requirements

• Current Virginia licensure or other applicable credential required to provide physical therapy services.

• Appropriate education, training, and professional experience necessary to perform school-based physical therapy services.

• Experience providing physical therapy services to students with disabilities in a school or educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to students in accordance with their IEPs and assigned service requirements.

• Conduct physical therapy and functional evaluations.

• Prepare written evaluation reports, recommendations, and appropriate physical therapy interventions.

• Participate in eligibility, IEP, manifestation determination, and multidisciplinary team meetings as requested.

• Monitor student progress and complete required service and progress documentation.

• Consult and collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, special education personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Provide recommendations regarding accommodations, assistive technology, adaptive supports, and specialized instructional supports within the scope of physical therapy services.

• Provide consultative services to instructional staff and families regarding students’ physical and functional needs.

• Assist with Medicaid documentation and billing requirements where applicable.

• Coordinate scheduling and service delivery with administrators and designated case managers.

• Maintain accurate reports, service records, progress documentation, and other records required by the school.

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, IDEA, HIPAA where applicable, and other governing requirements.

• Maintain required professional licensure, certifications, and professional standards throughout the assignment.

• Perform other duties as assigned