Adelphi is seeking a physical therapist to provide services at a facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive physical therapy services to students ensuring their rehabilitation and well-being.Job Quick Facts: Ref #: BD-199-10 Profession: Allied Health Speciality: Physical Therapist Location: Little Rock, AR Facility Type: School Job Type: Contract Shift Schedule: Mon-Thur 8am-3:30pm, Fri-8am-1pm Contract Term: 1 year Rate: $55/hrRequirements: Degree in Physical Therapy Active and unrestricted AR license CPR Certification SCPI certification/Able to communicate at an intermediate level using American Sign Language (ASL)Experience: 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist with pediatrics 2 years of experience working with behavior modification and execution of behavior plans 3 years of experience working with students with multiple disabilitiesResponsibilities: Develop and implement students individualized treatment plans to improve strength, mobility, coordination, and endurance. Deliver, evaluate, and adjust the physical therapy intervention as approved by the Medical Doctor and the IEP team. Move/assist students learning to do positional transitions, working on balance skills, and all gross motor skills required for a student in the academic setting. Make recommendations for adaptations in the classroom and/or dormitory to improve a students functional mobility within their environment as needed. Make recommendations and/or provide any adaptive and/or sensory equipment that would assist the student to improve their functional mobility in the classroom. Participate in required meetings for students as needed. Evaluate students using American Sign Language (ASL). Provide therapy services according to the time indicated on the students IEP and/or compensatory time required. Provide documentation of therapy services. Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure quality services for students and decrease schedule conflicts. Perform care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the institution's policies and procedures. Any other duties as assigned.
