FACULTY MSD - Physical Therapist

The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.  As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.

Applicants must be willing to work at both the Columbia and Frederick Campuses:

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Columbia, MD 21044

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

This position serves to provide diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy to students enrolled at the Maryland School for the Deaf, ages 3 to 21. Services provided by this position include assessing to determine present level of functioning, establishing goals specifically designed to address the individual student’s needs and the use of developmentally appropriate activities and strategies to facilitate a student’s independent function and participation in the educational program. The physical therapist serves as an IEP team member and supports classroom staff, residential staff, and families through consult and training services. MSD strives to ensure students achieve personal excellence in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Complete skilled observations and assessments as determined by the IEP team.

Prepare formal reports and share findings with the IEP team.

Collect and analyze data in order to describe current level of functioning and establish appropriate goals & objectives, if needed.

Develop and implement student therapeutic intervention programs to enhance access, participation, and/or facilitate progress in their educational environment.

Track student progress to determine efficacy of services and revise as necessary.

Prepare and maintain necessary records and reports on student services and progress (i.e. file maintenance, online service logs, medical assistance billing paperwork, quarterly tracking progress reports, IEP development and updates, assessment/observation reports).

Provide consultation and training regarding strategies, techniques, suggested accommodations/modifications related to the educational environment, mobility equipment, and seating/positioning.

Participate in IEP development and serve as an IEP team member.

Collaborate with specialists and classroom staff in order to promote student achievement.

Serve as a member of the Related Services Team.

Support the Bilingual Education concepts throughout the school.

Maintain Physical Therapy treatment area and student working files.

3 years experience working as a licensed Physical Therapist. Must have ability to work as an independent pediatric PT.

Knowledge and training in a variety of pediatric orthopedic impairments;

Experience working in an educational placement;

Awareness and knowledge about bilingual deaf education and deaf culture;

Should have basic sign language skills upon entry with the goal of increasing ASL fluency over time.

Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Physical Therapist from the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, 4201 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215.

New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense.  (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568.)

Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.  Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.  Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.  Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following

Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044

E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu

Phone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Fax: 410-696-3084

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.  As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.  We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.