Physical Therapist - Modesto, CA

Physical Therapist - Contract

Location: Modesto, CA

Required Qualifications:

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  Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.

  
  


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  At least one year of experience in a school setting or serving school-aged students with disabilities.

  
  


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  A Master’s degree in physical therapy.

  
  


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  Valid physical therapy license from the State of California.

  
  


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  Registration with the American Physical Therapy Board of California.

  
  


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  Valid driver’s license.

  
  


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  Proof of insurance if using your own vehicle.

  
  

Job Description

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  Work with students with disabilities and serious health impairments to analyze risk and problem-solve effectively.

  
  


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  Assess students' orthopedic status, quality of movement, postural control, and gross motor functioning.

  
  


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  Establish realistic goals and design and implement a program for each student.

  
  


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  Monitor and assess physical therapy services and programs for educational effectiveness and operational efficiency.

  
  


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  Assist in the development of students' IEPs, including goal development.

  
  


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  Attend meetings and assist IEP teams in identifying the physical therapy needs of the students.

  
  


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  Provide consultative assistance and training to the classroom teacher and other staff.

  
  


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  Communicate with outside service providers and/or medical personnel about students' progress.

  
  


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  Plan and conduct a system of continuous evaluation of each student's progress.

  
  


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  Recommend adjustments in the school environment when needed.

  
  


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  Train staff to lift, move, and position students with disabilities up to age 22.

  
  

Benefits:

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  Lucrative pay!

  
  


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  Long-term contract!

  
  


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  Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available!

  
  


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  Principal is well respected and liked!

  
  

If that's you, let's talk!