Contract Physical Therapist

The-J-Arthur-Trudeau-Memorial-Cente; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center in Warwick, RI seeks a Contract Physical Therapist to deliver Early Intervention services for infants and toddlers in their natural environments. You will train families, assess motor development, and participate in multidisciplinary evaluations to support IFSP goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a diverse team and requires licensure and CPR certification. The position is part-time with an immediate start, offering hourly compensation around $70 and

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RI Physical Therapy license.
• 2-5 years' experience providing treatment to infants and toddlers in family-focused settings.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide family training and counseling to infants and toddlers with PT concerns.
• Perform motor development assessments and document findings in IFSP.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations and coordinate care.
• Mentor PT Assistants and maintain licensure.

Skills

Family training

Caregiver counseling

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center Early Intervention - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Contract Physical Therapist

J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center Early Intervention - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5971779
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Role
The Physical Therapist provides family training and counseling to caregivers in a child's natural
environment, including childcare, home, appointments, community settings, and playgroups. This
role includes service coordination, evaluation and assessment, IFSP development, ongoing
assessment, and delivery of Early Intervention services requiring qualified personnel. The Physical
Therapist monitors and supports the child and family in accessing needed medical, social,
educational, developmental, and therapeutic services, including support in land- and water-based
settings when appropriate. The incumbent participates in multidisciplinary evaluations and provides
documentation of interventions consistent with Early Intervention Regulations. The Physical
Therapist reports directly to the Director.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Provide family training and counseling to infants and toddlers with physical therapy concerns or atypical development and teach caregivers strategies to support development.
• Follow the Rhode Island Early Intervention Competencies
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations, taking responsibility for assessing motor development, and providing oral and written information to the child's parents and other team members
• Complete individual Physical Therapy evaluations based on team and family concerns, using multidisciplinary team consensus and documenting findings in the child's IFSP.
• Serve as classroom staff in developmental groups and provide leadership in toddler groups, as directed.
• Obtain consultation from other members of the team in areas outside own expertise, such as education, social work, cognition, speech, in order to fully address the needs of individual children on caseload
• Document all activities in accordance with own licensure regulations and requirements necessary for billing, agency policies, or early intervention regulations
• Mentors Physical Therapist Assistants
• Maintains licensure and professional knowledge through participation in professional organizations, conferences and in-services
• Follow all agency guidelines and department specific policies, i.e. sick time or vacation time usage and call in policies, dress codes.

• Contract Physical Therapist
• Bachelor's Degree
• 2-5 years' experience providing treatment to infants and toddlers in a family focused setting
• Beginning Rate $70/hr.
• Must have Valid R.I. PT License
• Expected 10-20hrs or service per month
• Must pass background checkMust have ability to obtain CPR certification
• Reliable vehicle and acceptable driving record
• Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories

Special Education > Physical Therapist

Welcome to Early Intervention

Early Intervention (EI) is a program for children birth to 3 years old. The purpose of the E.I. Program is to support parents and caregivers in promoting the development of infants and toddlers with developmental challenges. The Early Intervention team along with the family develop strategies to promote development and incorporate them into the child's natural routines and environments. Caregivers are included in all visits to encourage carryover between visits. Specialized therapy services (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy), as well as nutritional, nursing, and family support are provided. Many services take place in the child’s home, but may also occur at the EI center, childcare center, or community setting. All services, their frequency, and their delivery options will be written in the IFSP in collaboration with the family. The EI Transition process begins at the age of 28 months. Services are at no cost to families. Rhode Island state law does require commercial insurance carriers operating in Rhode Island to cover early intervention services.

Job Requirements

• Must have Valid RI Physical Therapy License
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jacqueline Ferreira , Director of Early Intervention
• 3445 Post Road
• Warwick, Rhode Island 02886
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]