Physical Therapist (PT)

The Physical Therapist provides highly advanced therapeutic services in Physical Therapy. The Therapist performs and interprets assessments and renders clinical and consultative services to consumers. Work may involve but is not limited to evaluation and treatment of wounds, assessment of gait disturbances, pain management, acute care/restorative services, circulatory studies, evaluation and fabrication of orthotic/seating/mobility/positioning devices, and other specialized modalities utilized in the treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities. The Therapist plans, develops, and implements complex physical nutritional management programs and treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain the individual's level of health and function. The Therapist performs monitoring and tracking and trending of data pertaining to services and devices; participates in the IDT and assists in development of the ISP; performs staff training and mentoring for devices/strategies; and participates in treatment planning and collaboration with the IDT. The Therapist participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to provision of therapeutic services at the facility and State level (as requested). The Therapist may plan, assign and supervise the work of departmental staff. This position may oversee the coordination of the student internships or other educational/programs and may conduct research in therapeutic outcomes/practice. The Therapist works independently with minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must be a Licensed Therapist in physical therapy.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major course work in physical therapy is preferred.

Experience in therapeutic rehabilitation work.

Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

Experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or therapeutic equipment preferred.

Salary/Compensation: $8,386 - $11,864 per month

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