Physical Therapist

JOB GOAL:

To render services to the physically handicapped children and to promote as high a level as feasible in mobility and independence in activities of daily living.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses motor functioning.
• Assesses the use and advisability of assistive devices.
• Determines treatment plan and special needs.
• Provides instruction in the application of physical agents to relieve pain or alter psychological states.
• Provides instruction to those directly involved with the handicapped student in the proper procedures for lifting, transferring, and positioning the student.
• Participates in the development and writing of I.E.P.s.
• Consults with physicians delivering primary care to the child and makes medical and/or clinical referrals as necessary.
• Consults with teachers and other school staff regarding the student’s ability and special needs in the classroom.
• Counsels parents in determining and meeting the student’s needs, reports progress, and gives home programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical therapy from an accredited college or university, or a certificate in physical therapy.
• Valid license through the South Carolina State Board of Examination and Registration of Physical Therapists.
• Supervised experience with handicapped students is preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.