Physical Therapist

Adelphi is seeking a physical therapist to provide services at a facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive physical therapy services to students ensuring their rehabilitation and well-being.

JOB QUICK FACTS:

• BD-199-10

• Profession: Allied Health

• Speciality: Physical Therapist

• Location: Little Rock, AR

• Facility Type: School

• Job Type: Contract

• Shift Schedule: Mon-Thur 8am-3:30pm, Fri-8am-1pm

• Contract Term: 1 year

• Rate: $55

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Physical Therapy

• Active and unrestricted AR license

• CPR Certification

• SCPI certification/Able to communicate at an intermediate level using American Sign Language (ASL)

EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist with pediatrics

• 2 years of experience working with behavior modification and execution of behavior plans

• 3 years of experience working with students with multiple disabilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement students individualized treatment plans to improve strength, mobility, coordination, and endurance.

• Deliver, evaluate, and adjust the physical therapy intervention as approved by the Medical Doctor and the IEP team.

• Move/assist students learning to do positional transitions, working on balance skills, and all gross motor skills required for a student in the academic setting.

• Make recommendations for adaptations in the classroom and/or dormitory to improve a student’s functional mobility within their environment as needed.

• Make recommendations and/or provide any adaptive and/or sensory equipment that would assist the student to improve their functional mobility in the classroom.

• Participate in required meetings for students as needed.

• Evaluate students using American Sign Language (ASL).

• Provide therapy services according to the time indicated on the student’s IEP and/or compensatory time required.

• Provide documentation of therapy services.

• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure quality services for students and decrease schedule conflicts.

• Perform care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the institution's policies and procedures.

• Any other duties as assigned.