What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Normann Staffing?
REGISTERED PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Location : Ellenville NY
Salary : 56000.00-71000.00
Type : Perm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Provide ongoing supervision and training to department staff (PTA's).
Provide direct therapy to students.
Provide direct and indirect classroom consultations as indicated and communicate findings to staff.
Participates in instructional lunch program
Prepare and maintain weekly log notes.
Perform formal / informal annual assessments of designated students on caseload.
Write quarterly updates of goals and objectives and annual review reports.
Write annual progress notes.
Write annual IEP goals and objectives.
Prepare, participate, and present at annual review meetings and parent conferences.
Attend / conduct required meetings.
Communicate regularly with caregivers through homebooks, phone conversations, and parent visits.
Handle correspondence with outside agencies concerning department issues.
Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques and follow students’ behavior plans.
Demonstrates familiarity with and adheres to State and Federal regulations and policies (i.e. SED, Medicaid, Office of Children and Families).
Adhere to policies in the Staff Handbook and Human Resources Manual and other handbooks pertinent to the functioning of your job.
Maintain a safe working environment. Comply and assist with COVID19 policies and procedures including cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces and equipment
Complete designated follow-ups.
Conduct oneself according to the professional requirements of New York State licensure board for P.T.'s.
Perform gait analysis and gait training.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES :
Complete any additional required paperwork.
Participate in the evaluation of need for referral to outside agencies with other team members.
Oversee clinical internship program and function as clinical supervisor for PT / PTA interns.
Meet with support staff as needed.
Attend and contribute to inservice workshops.
Oversee orthotics clinic that occurs on as needed basis.
Contribute to the productive functioning of the school.
Order therapeutic materials and supplies.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Bachelors or Science or Arts in Physical Therapy and New York State Licensed Physical Therapist.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ABILITIES :
Demonstrates good general intelligence. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Establishes and maintains constructive relationships with students, co-workers, families, and community. Maintains a neat physical appearance. Communicates effectively. Functions as a positive role model.
