JOB TITLE:       Physical Therapist

REPORTS TO:   Director- Special Education

Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

OVERVIEW:
Develops, plans, coordinates, and provides a physical therapy program for identified students in the district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science and master’s degree in a major field of Physical Therapy required.
• Completion of six to nine months of supervised clinical affiliations
• Current license with Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy required
• Obtain and maintain a valid IVP Clearance Card
• Two years’ pediatric clinical experience or elementary school experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical/surgical/pediatric information and indications for physical therapy treatment
• Ability to exert 10-30 lbs. of force, to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• Knowledge of and adheres to all policies, regulations and rules

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develops, implements, and monitors IEPs for all students eligible for physical therapy services
• Develops, implements, and coordinates a physical therapy program, including philosophy, vision, departmental procedures and goals
• Provides direct service to students as indicated on specific IEP's
• Evaluates students using appropriately conveyed information with parents and school teams
• Interprets assessment findings and appropriately conveys information to parents and school terms
• Consults with school staff, parents and agencies regarding student needs, progress, and instructional modifications
• Maintains student services, administrative and other department records in accordance with the Arizona Physical Therapy Practice Act as well as school district, State and Federal policies
• Evaluates and reports on student progress
• Communicates and consults with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community, and other professionals effectively both orally and in written form
• Apply reason to research and solving moderately complex issues with little or no assistance
• Interpret an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms
• Maintain documentation, organize, and maintain records, files and program information
• Gather data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason
• Participates in professional growth activities
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.