Physical Therapist

Positive Beginnings Inc · Borough of Queens, New York

FULL TIME

Job Description

Positive Beginnings Inc. is a special education preschool serving children ages 3–5 at our centers in Flushing and Middle Village, Queens, New York. We provide a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of each child. Through high-quality educational programming and individualized support, we foster developmental growth, encourage learning, and promote each child’s overall well-being. We also partner with families, empowering them with guidance and support throughout their child’s developmental journey. Conveniently located with access to major highways and public transportation, our centers are dedicated to creating a positive, enriching, and welcoming experience for every child and family we serve.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to children identified by the school district as a child/student with a disability as outlined in Part 200 Regulation/IDEA

The therapist utilizes principles of growth and development in establishing guidelines for the implementation of the child’s IEP to provide treatment as able.

The Physical Therapist provides services in conformance with all regulatory bodies governing this population, school policy and procedure and in compliance with the NYS Physical Therapy Practice Act

Qualifications

Doctorate's, Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the APTA

New York State License/Registration

Job Responsibilities

Evaluate children with known or suspected disabilities as pertinent to case assigned

Participate in planning/meeting with the school district, parents and other members of the CPSE and CSE

Provide treatment in accordance with the child’s IEP

Provide all required documentation within required time frames including daily notes, quarterly progress notes and annual reviews

Provide instruction to families, team members and other support staff consistent with accepted practice standards

Instruct families in the use of prosthetic, hand splint, adaptive equipment or other assistive devices

Submit all required attendance documentation to administration within the required time frames

Maintain effective contact with other team members via weekly scheduled team meetings

Include the family in planning and treatment of the child

Obtain NPI #

Maintain confidentiality of pertinent student information

Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Physical Therapist and Principal

Company	Positive Beginnings Inc
Location	Borough of Queens, New York
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Health professionals

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Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist provides services in conformance with all regulatory bodies governing this population, school policy and procedure and in compliance with the NYS Physical Therapy Practice ActQualifications

New York State License/RegistrationJob Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist provides services in conformance with all regulatory bodies governing this population, school policy and procedure and in compliance with the NYS Physical Therapy Practice Act

Qualifications

New York State License/Registration

Job Responsibilities