Contract Pediatric Physical Therapist — School-Based

Soliant; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing support

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist for a contract role in a school-based setting near Chicago Heights, IL. You will deliver direct and consultative PT services to students, aligned with their IEPs, across three buildings.

The role requires Illinois licensure, strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to travel between buildings on 3–4 scheduled workdays. Sessions range from 0–60 minutes weekly, targeting meaningful student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Physical Therapist license
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred
• Familiarity with IEP-related services and documentation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Organized, flexible, and able to work across multiple buildings
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative PT services to students per their IEPs.
• Deliver individualized therapy sessions ranging from 0–60 minutes per week.
• Serve 5 students in Building 1 with sessions 7.5–60 minutes weekly.
• Support 7 students in Building 2 with direct and consultative models.
• Collaborate with Building 3 cooperative program for 5–6 students; 45–60 minute weekly sessions.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and progress reporting.
• Participate in IEP meetings with staff and families to ensure outcomes.
• Travel between buildings across 3–4 scheduled workdays.

Skills

Illinois PT License

Communication

Collaboration

Multi-building coordination

Independent worker

Job description

Soliant is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist for a contract role in a school-based setting near Chicago Heights, IL. You will deliver direct and consultative PT services to students, aligned with their IEPs, across three buildings.

The role requires Illinois licensure, strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to travel between buildings on 3–4 scheduled workdays. Sessions range from 0–60 minutes weekly, targeting meaningful student outcomes.