Glendale Elementary School District #40
Glendale, Arizona, United States
Physical Therapist
Posted over 1 month ago
Job Description
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Job Description Glendale Elementary School District
Physical Therapist Purpose Statement
The job of Physical Therapist is done for the purpose/s of assessing students' physical development level; providing appropriate treatment to meet individualized student objectives; providing recommendations for program development and student placement; and provide direction to Physical Therapy Assistants.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; and adhering to safety practices. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles of physical therapy; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; and age appropriate activities.
Essential Functions Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement. Communicates with students and/or parents with teachers and/or other personnel for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts. Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations. Coordinates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social service and mental health services for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students. Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of meeting individualized student objectives and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. evaluations, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information. Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals. Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Physical Therapist
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job- related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; and maintaining confidentiality. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 40% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. Experience: Education: Equivalency:
Job related experience within a specialized field is required. Bachelors degree in job-related area. .
Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses
Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances
Valid Driver's License Arizona State License for Physical Therapist
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Continuing Education Requirements
Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance Measles/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination Valid form I-9
FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Exempt PTR/OTR
Physical Therapist
Job Description Glendale Elementary School District
Physical Therapist Purpose Statement
The job of Physical Therapist is done for the purpose/s of assessing students' physical development level; providing appropriate treatment to meet individualized student objectives; providing recommendations for program development and student placement; and provide direction to Physical Therapy Assistants.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; and adhering to safety practices. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles of physical therapy; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; and age appropriate activities.
Essential Functions Assesses students' functional capabilities and home and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining student's functional level and developing recommendations and/or placement. Communicates with students and/or parents with teachers and/or other personnel for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts. Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations. Coordinates with community agencies including medical, judicial, social service and mental health services for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students. Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of meeting individualized student objectives and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. evaluations, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information. Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals. Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Physical Therapist
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job- related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; and maintaining confidentiality. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 40% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. Experience: Education: Equivalency:
Job related experience within a specialized field is required. Bachelors degree in job-related area. .
Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses
Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances
Valid Driver's License Arizona State License for Physical Therapist
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Continuing Education Requirements
Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance Measles/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination Valid form I-9
FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Exempt PTR/OTR
Physical Therapist
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