Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - ONGOING RECRUITMENT

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

1. Associate (A.A.) degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge of/or ability to learn appropriate and various computer functions and programs including E-mail and word processing.
3. Knowledge of/or ability to learn equipment used to serve children with orthopedic impairment in educational settings under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
4. Certificates as determined by the District including current State of Oregon LPTA license.

1. Carries out the treatment plan provided by the physical therapist.
2. Work with individuals or small groups of students with physical disabilities to achieve established goals and objectives.
3. Collect and record student data as directed and communicate student needs and student progress to the physical therapist and the classroom teacher.
4. Implement intervention programs for students with physical disabilities, both individually and in small groups, as directed by the physical therapist.
5. Observe and evaluate student performance and report observations to supervisor and other team members as a part of the total evaluation and intervention planning.
6. Maintain written records of frequency and duration of student activities and submit progress reports as directed by the supervising therapist.
7. Maintain equipment, fabrication, supplies and records as specified by the supervising therapist.
8. Bills for Medicaid reimbursement.
9. Provides staff training on lifting, positioning, etc., as needed.
10. May supervise PTA students (per licensure guidelines)
11. Communicates with educational professionals and parents regarding student progress and other pertinent information.
12. Provides housekeeping duties where physical therapy services are provided; cleans and organizes equipment.

Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

On August 19, 2021 Governor Brown ordered all public and private school teachers, educators, support staff, substitutes and volunteers to be vaccinated by October 18, 2021 or six weeks after FDA approval, whichever is later. Since the governor's announcement, a COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech) has received regular Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval meaning October 18, 2021 is confirmed as the mandatory deadline for vaccination. "Fully vaccinated" is defined as 14 days after receiving all required doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine (currently two shots of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one shot of Johnson & Johnson vaccine).

Starting October 18, 2021, testing will no longer be an option as the alternative to vaccination. All Northwest Regional ESD staff, substitutes, contractors, interns and volunteers will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 per the August 19, 2021 order from Gov. Kate Brown. All staff members will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Exemptions may be made only for eligible medical or religious reasons. There will not be an option to opt out for other reasons or choose testing in lieu of vaccination, under the state mandate. In order to support students and families, the essential functions of this position may require physical presence in the workplace. All public health protocols will be followed.