Physical Therapist Asst.-Special Needs School

General Purpose of the Job

Responsible for the treatment of students who have been referred by CSE/CPSE and physician script has been obtained and assigned by the Clinical Supervisor. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists with the treatment of students through the use of physical agents, appropriate exercise, stretching, or other therapeutic techniques.
• Communicates therapeutic procedures to parents, physician (with consent), teachers, and other staff members.
• Attends meetings and conferences with other staff members in order to convey and receive information concerning student care.
• Participates in in-services.
• Records student status, therapeutic interventions recommended, and progress noted through proper note writing.
• To provide a safe, supervised nurturing environment to the students we serve.
• Consults with equipment technicians and other dealers.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant students from affiliate colleges.
• Completes all required documentation and paperwork in a thorough and timely manner.
• All other duties pertaining to this position as assigned by the Director of Educational Services, or designee.
• The Physical Therapist Assistant may visit the home of a student at any time, should the need arise. After receiving the permission, from the Director of Educational Services/Principal or Clinical Supervisor, the therapist should make his/her own arrangements with the family.
• Responsible to ensure that updated and accurate prescriptions are maintained for each student on their current caseload.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise PTA students.

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school accredited by the A.P.T.A. and one to six months related experience preferred.

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school accredited by the A.P.T.A. and one to six months related experience preferred.