Local Contract Physical Therapist - $70 per hour

RCM Healthcare Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long‑

Paid sick leave

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract Physical Therapist for a home-based school assignment in Pittsburgh, PA. The position supports one student with life skills needs, delivering in-person sessions in the home setting.

The contract runs 13 weeks, 40 hours per week, with 8-hour daily shifts. Minimum qualifications include a PA PT license and a Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, plus pediatric experience and IDEA knowledge.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program is required.
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License is required.
• Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Background Check, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educationally relevant PT evaluations to identify barriers affecting student access to the school environment.
• Develop measurable IEP goals and provide direct PT services focused on mobility and participation.
• Assess, fit, and train staff on adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, gait trainers, standers, seating).
• Consult with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families on transfers, positioning, mobility, and classroom accommodations.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports per IDEA and state regulations.

Skills

IDEA regulations

IEP development

School-based documentation

Pediatric disabilities

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

Wheelchairs

Gait Trainers

Standers

Specialized Seating

Job description

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

RCM Health Care is looking for a PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) to provide services to 1 student who resides in zip code 15207. Services will need to be in the home. We are looking for someone to start right away, providing 45 min sessions, 1 time per week during the school year. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIATES WHO CAN SEE STUDENT DURING SCHOOL HOURS OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER SCHOOL.

School Based PT Services

Student - 2nd grade life skills

Location - Pittsburgh, PA 15207 (in home)

Hours: IN PERSON, 45 minute session 1 x per week + indirect/documentation time paid + round trip mileage

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Compensation -

Hourly Rate: $70.00 direct and indirect + round trip mileage

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15207

Onsite - Services must take place in person in the home

Position Summary

As a Physical Therapist you will provide in-person PT services to 1 student in their home in West Chester, PA. You will provide specialized evaluations, direct therapy services, and consultation to support students with significant physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized services that promote student access to the educational environment and support participation in school-based activities. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educationally relevant physical therapy evaluations to identify barriers impacting student access to the school environment and curriculum.
• Develop measurable IEP goals and provide direct physical therapy services focused on functional mobility, positioning, and participation in educational activities.
• Assess, fit, and train staff on adaptive equipment including wheelchairs, gait trainers, standers, and specialized seating systems.
• Consult with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families regarding safe transfers, positioning, mobility, and classroom accommodations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service logs, progress reports, and re-evaluations in compliance with IDEA and Pennsylvania state regulations.

Requirements

Education

• Required: Master's or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License.
• Additional Certifications: Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.

Skills

• Knowledge of IDEA regulations, IEP development, and school-based documentation requirements.
• Experience working with pediatric students with severe physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with multidisciplinary educational teams.
• Experience with adaptive equipment, positioning, mobility training, and safe transfer techniques.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation

About RCM HealthCare Travel

RCM HealthCare Travel Job ID #334657. Posted job title: HOMECARE/IN PERSON: Physical Therapist (PT), Allegheny County

RCM Health Care Services'mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.