Physical Therapist

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Liability insurance

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist for a school-based role in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The position focuses on in-person evaluations and therapy to support mobility and participation for students in the school setting.

You will write IEPs, progress notes, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, teachers, and families to ensure student success throughout the 2026-2027 school year. Licensure in Michigan required or eligible for NC licensure.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Michigan (or eligible)
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• School-based experience preferred, not required

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for students (pediatric caseload)
• Write and maintain IEPs, therapy plans, progress notes, and required documentation
• Attend and contribute to IEP and multidisciplinary special education team meetings
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student success

Skills

Pediatric school-based experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

**Job Title:**Physical Therapist**Pay Range:****$45-50/hour****Job Description:****Physical Therapist | up to $50/hour | Kalamazoo, MI | 2026-2027 School Year Position** **Details:*** 2026-2027 School Year* In-person position* Starting ASAP **About the Role**Hi, PTs! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a school-based position in the **Kalamazoo, MI area**. You’ll support students' lives working in-person with students to support mobility, function, and participation at school. **Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (up to $50/hour)* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses **What You’ll Do*** Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for students (pediatric caseload)* Write and maintain IEPs, therapy plans, progress notes, and required documentation* Attend and contribute to IEP and multidisciplinary special education team meetings* Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student success **What We’re Looking For*** **Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Michigan** , or licensed in another state and willing to obtain NC licensure ASAP* Pediatric or school-based experience preferred* Strong communication and collaboration skills* School-based experience preferred, not required **About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued. *Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.* Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area.