Impactful Part-Time School-Based Physical Therapist

Care Options for Kids; Berkeley Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401k

CEUs

Mentor program

Professional development

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist to support students in pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. The role focuses on coordinating physical therapy to enhance fine motor and sensory integration skills within a school setting.

The position is part-time (7:30am-3:30pm, 2 days/week) through January 2027, offering competitive hourly pay and benefits like medical/dental/vision, retirement and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current Active State License to practice Physical Therapy in New Jersey.
• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated physical therapy to school-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate students to develop fine motor and/or sensory integration skills.
• Evaluate students' physical performance and occupational roles to tailor interventions.
• Provide interventions based on student deficits and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Pediatric focus

School-based experience

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Deadline management

Education

Master's or PhD in Physical Therapy

Job description

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist to support students in pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. The role focuses on coordinating physical therapy to enhance fine motor and sensory integration skills within a school setting.

The position is part-time (7:30am-3:30pm, 2 days/week) through January 2027, offering competitive hourly pay and benefits like medical/dental/vision, retirement and professional development opportunities.