Physical Therapist (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY25-26)

Job title: Physical Therapist (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY25-26) in Boston, MA at Boston Public Schools

Company: Boston Public Schools

Job description: Job Details:Boston Public Schools are currently hiring for SY24-25. Please apply to positions for which you are qualified and prepare for virtual interviews, demo lessons, and other remote hiring practices!Please note that after July 1, the Office of Human Resources will not approve lateral moves between schools. This is to minimize vacancies arising close to the start of the school year.If you are searching for a teaching position in BPS, we strongly encourage you to visit and RSVP for where you can learn more about the hiring process, access hiring supports, and find opportunities to connect with school leaders.To begin a new application, choose a job from the listings below. After your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation number and your information will be saved, allowing you to return at any time to submit additional applications. Please remember your username and password for use on future applications.Need help or have a question about your application? Please check the first.IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING TECHNICAL ISSUES WHILE TRYING TO APPLY, please try clearing your browser cache and cookies, or check the for more information. You can also for chat or email support from our vendor's technical support team (use District Name: Boston), or call them at (877) 974-7437.Job Description:Qualifications: Master’s DegreeGeneral DescriptionPhysical Therapists provide services to students with physical disabilities which will allow them to access the BPS curriculum and to participate safely in both school and community life to the greatest extent possible.Required:

• Master’s Degree;Master’s Degree with advanced credentials; Doctorate Degree ( not equal to a PhD)

• Massachusetts License in Physical Therapy

Responsibilities

• Evaluation

• Physical Therapists will access students referred for evaluation using appropriate testing instruments.

• Physical Therapists will write reports that reflect the results of standardized tests and observations that contain information helpful and understandable to all involved parties and that contain clear recommendations.

• Evaluations will be performed within timelines established in state and federal regulations.

• Physical Therapy Services

• Therapy and consultation services will be provided to students based on the individual needs of each student and in compliance with each child’s IEP or 504 Plan.

• Physical Therapists will provide services in the least restrictive setting.

• Physical Therapists will participate in pre-referral, Team Meeting, Student Support Team activities and will provide professional development to school based staff as requested.

• Physical Therapists will consult with other Related Services providers, teachers, and parents in order to provide effective services in a variety of settings.

• General Responsibilities

• Physical Therapists are to comply with state regulations concerning renewal of certifications and licenses.

• Physical Therapists are expected to develop, update, and adhere to both a daily and weekly schedule. Each school’s principal should be provided with a copy of that schedule.

• Physical Therapists are expected to comply with BPS rules, policies and procedures as well as those of their assigned schools and Special Education and Student Services.

• Physical Therapists are expected to maintain records of prior planning or lessons and to keep therapy notes for each child and therapy session and to maintain accurate records of student attendance.

Expected salary:

Location: Boston, MA

Apply for the job now!

[ad_2]

Apply for this job