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Bristol County Rehabilitation Services
Physical Therapist
Job Description
Physical Therapist
Bristol County Rehabilitation Services
Bristol County Rehabilitation Services - Middletown , Rhode Island Job Details
Job ID:
5841343Application Deadline:
Posted until filledPosted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
Aug 26, 2026 Job DescriptionMINIMUM QUALIFICATION
- Licensure/Certification as required by State Law and/or Regulations
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work cooperatively with school staff to facilitate the educational participation for children with physical disabilities
- Integrate therapy service into schools' curricula and within a student's program
- Plan daily physical therapy activities and provide direct physical therapy services to students as required by Individual Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
- Develop and maintain current student service delivery schedules
- Participate, as appropriate, in the special education evaluation process
- Develop physical therapy goals and objectives for Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
- Consult with parents, educational personnel, doctors, medical agencies and vendors
- Design and adapt the physical environment and adapt equipment
- Evaluate students using standardized and non-standardized techniques through formal and informal observation
- Select therapy evaluation approaches that support the educational environment
- Identify valid evaluation tools to use with a variety of students
- Complete Physical Therapy evaluations in a timely manner that meet IDEA requirements
- Maintain accurate records on treatment programs and student progress
- Maintain equipment used in the provision of physical therapy services
- Provide home sessions with parents when deemed necessary to the student's performance and improvement
- Educate, train and supervise educational staff and families in lifting, carrying and handling techniques
- Communicate to parents/guardians regarding student progress and treatment
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, as necessary
- Attend IEP and ETM Meetings
- Perform other duties as assigned by the President of Bristol County Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$96,585 / year median in Rhode Island
+11% projected growth