Physical Therapist

Position Type:
Certified/Licensed/Physical Therapist

Date Posted:
6/13/2024

Location:
LEAs

District:
Saginaw Intermediate School District - websiteRESPONSIBLE TO: Program Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SIFT Support Staff Group

One (1) full-time position for the 2024-2025 school year

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall provide students with appropriate therapy consistent with the students IEP in keeping with the physician's prescription and/or evaluation results.

Shall maintain accurate student and caseload records and information, Medicaid logs and bill back data.

Shall participate in IEPC's.

Shall evaluate students for disabilities and provide appropriate written reports.

Shall provide liaison with staff, parents and agencies.

Shall serve in a highly flexible manner dependent upon the stated needs and requests of the constituent school districts.

Shall keep local school administration informed as to the status of students on caseload.

Shall assist families of students on caseload through home call and contacts in understanding student's physical therapy needs in relation to educational goals.

Shall assist teacher and educational staff in acquiring special materials, equipment, and therapeutic techniques that will contribute to the education of the student(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have full or be able to obtain temporary approval under Michigan Department of Education Rules ([redacted]), Licensure, certification, or approval of supportive professional personnel.

Experience evaluating and treating individuals with neurological impairments.

Experience working with pediatric population and those with developmental impairments.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to utilize appropriate demeanor, conduct and grooming when working with clients and staff including proper phone etiquette.

Must have conflict resolution skills.

Leadership skills to work effectively with staff, school administrators, and outside agencies in the delivery of special education services.

Ability to function in a total organizational context.

Ability to keep all student, parent and staff information confidential.

Ability to work in a site-based decision-making system that utilizes teams and collaborative decision-making processes.

Ability and/or willingness to learn and utilize basic keyboarding computer skills.

Willingness to receive additional training to improve job skills.

Must have dependable transportation.

Must have good references.

Must have good attendance record.

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

COMPENSATION: As per Saginaw Intermediate School District's Teacher Contract.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must complete and submit an online Saginaw Intermediate School District application. Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/sisdcc/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=3996
Click on the "Apply" link next to the Job ID number. In addition to the online application, a cover letter, resume, at least three (3) letters of recommendation, and transcripts are required. All applicants who are conditionally considered for employment will be required to submit to a drug screen test.

Frontline Job ID: 3996
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

*Applicants desiring disability accommodations should contact the Human Resources Department*
"An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action MFH Employer"

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Saginaw Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of: race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, disability, age, or national origin in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/prohibited-employment-policiespractices.

Executive Director of Human Resources
Saginaw Intermediate School District
3933 Barnard Road
Saginaw, MI 48603