Physical Therapist Needed - Dysart Unified School District!

Millbrook Support Services is dedicated to seamlessly integrating healthcare professionals into educational environments across the United States. The integration of healthcare professionals into educational settings is not only beneficial but essential for fostering inclusive environments, ensuring every student can thrive academically while receiving vital support for their health-related needs. This integration plays a crucial role in dismantling barriers that could otherwise hinder children from accessing quality education due to health-related challenges.

Millbrook is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapists for a new and exciting opportunity in the Dysart Unified School District!

To be considered for the PT position, a candidate must have the following:

• A current and valid license to practice Physical Therapy within the state of AZ.
• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree from an approved school of Physical Therapy
• Fingerprint Clearance
• FERPA certification
• Experience in planning and providing physical therapy to children, within an educational setting.
• Providing group therapy sessions to groups ranging from one to four students

Basic Duties for PTs include:

1. Under the direct supervision of an assigned supervisor/director, provide assessment, consultation, and direct physical therapy to students in enrolled to special education programs.
2. Collaborate with general and special education staff and parents to identify methods for effective instructional support.
3. Assess students’ basic skills and abilities in areas such as: balance, motor function, motor planning, postural tone, equilibrium, and developmental or functional activities. Complete educationally related physical therapy testing procedures while addressing and considering patient concerns.
4. Assist in developing the students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP). Review physical therapy findings and progress at IEP meetings and interpret findings as they relate to a child’s performance, behavior, and developmental abilities.
5. Provide monitoring progress to those students that are receiving physical therapy services and successfully gather and analyze the data gathered.
6. Visit classrooms, playground, and/or home to promote importance of physical therapy within a student’s natural environment

With Millbrook Support Services you will receive:

• An experienced recruiting team to help identify your dream job
• Comprehensive credentialing assistance throughout your contract
• Health Benefits
• Excellent compensation plans
• Referral Bonuses so you can work with your friends!