Physical Therapist - Dc Charter School

Job DetailsJob LocationThe Childrens Guild DC Public Charter School - Washington, DCPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeSalary Range$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 SalaryTravel PercentageNoneDescriptionAre you interested in working with an organization that is transforming the way America cares for and educates its children?The Children's Guild is looking for an experienced Physical Therapist to join our School based programs.
The ideal candidate is a compassionate healer who is passionate about their students and committed to helping them recover their independence and mobility.
Were looking for someone with experience working with a wide range of age groups, who is always ready to learn new techniques to further patient care.
The person hired for the Physical Therapist position would partner with new and ongoing students in our schools to create a Plan of Treatment consisting of the appropriate exercises, procedures and techniques required to promote effective, safe recovery.
They will be responsible for coordinating with any healthcare professionals that are working with their patients and referring patients to specialists when appropriate.
The right candidate is a patient, compassionate professional who encourages and inspires their patients to work toward greater independence and recovery.SummaryThe Children's Guild is a nonprofit organization serving children, families, and child-serving organizations.
We provide individualized transformational experiences to ensure children, families, and communities thrive through education, behavioral health, management, and consulting services.
The Children's Guild operates the Monarch Academy public charter and contract schools, Monarch Preschool College Park, The Children's Guild DC Public Charter School, The Children's Guild Transformation Academy, the TranZed Academy for Working Students, TranZed Apprenticeships, treatment foster care, and outpatient mental health clinics.
We are among the most experienced child-serving organizations in the Greater Baltimore/Washington region and are expanding in regional and national programs.Our DEI CommitmentDiversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion are fundamental values at The Children's Guild.
We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and families at The Children's Guild.
We believe every member of our team strengthens our diversity by showing us a broad range of ways to understand, engage, care for, and educate.
All Guild employees are expected to demonstrate an awareness of, respect for, and attention to the diversity of the people with whom they interact (person served, personnel, families/caregivers, and other stakeholders) that are reflected in attitudes, organizational structure, policies, and services.Responsibilities for Physical TherapistPerform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short and long term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients.Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services.Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.QualificationsQualifications for Physical TherapistProven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively.Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques not limited to: giving massages; applying physical agents; initiating traction; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, ultraviolet / infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.Experience assisting and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.Knowledge of responsible use of School equipment, best practices for equipment use and preventative maintenance procedures.Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and outpatient or home health follow-up programs.Experience with a wide range of age groups and injuries.Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and an understanding of when these techniques can benefit patients.A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on PT and the ability to motivate student into pushing their limits in a responsible, safe way.We are looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience providing physical therapy to students in a fully equipped PT School program facility and who has the following qualifications:BS or Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy AssociationCurrent Physical Therapy license for state of operation.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (with AED)Cultural Awareness ExpectationsThe Children's Guild employees are expected to honor the diversity that makes up our community.
This includes being respectful and accepting of everyone's identity.
The Children's Guild empowers employees to share their own identities and encourages all members to learn from each other to foster a safe, tolerant, and diverse community.
The Children's Guild expects all to contribute to a space where individuals can grow, learn, share, and embrace differences in a respectful environment.
The Children's Guild recognizes that expressing personal and cultural identity is crucial to cultivating a safe community for staff, children, and families.Staff will build an empathetic, supportive, and equitable environment for the students and families we serve.Staff will value all children and families we serve and colleagues by embracing their diverse talents, perspectives, identities, and experiences while fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect, and promotes growth.Staff will attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining employees who work collaboratively to carry out the mission of The Children's Guild.Physical DemandsAn employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Physical Therapist is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
They must frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.EEOC StatementThe Children's Guild provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.