Physical Therapist

Young World Physical Education; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Bristol County Rehabilitation Services in Middletown, Rhode Island, is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to support students within the educational setting. Licensure/certification as required by state law is required, with the ability to integrate therapy into school curricula and student programs.

Responsibilities include planning daily therapy activities, providing direct PT services, developing IEP/504 goals, coordinating with parents and staff, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Licensure/certification as required by state law and/or regulations.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with school staff to facilitate the educational participation for children with physical disabilities.
• Integrate therapy service into schools’ curricula and within a student’s program.
• Plan daily physical therapy activities and provide direct physical therapy services to students as required by IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
• Develop and maintain current student service delivery schedules.
• Participate in the special education evaluation process as appropriate.
• Develop PT goals and objectives for IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Consult with parents, educational personnel, doctors, medical agencies and vendors.
• Design and adapt the physical environment and equipment.
• Evaluate students using standardized and non-standardized techniques.
• Complete PT evaluations meeting IDEA requirements.
• Maintain accurate records on treatment programs and student progress.

Skills

Licensure/Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bristol County Rehabilitation Services Bristol County Rehabilitation Services - Middletown , Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Physical Therapist

Bristol County Rehabilitation Services Bristol County Rehabilitation Services - Middletown , Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5841343
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
•Licensure/Certification as required by State Law and/or Regulations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Work cooperatively with school staff to facilitate the educational participation for children with physical disabilities
•Integrate therapy service into schools’ curricula and within a student’s program
•Plan daily physical therapy activities and provide direct physical therapy services to students as required by Individual Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
•Develop and maintain current student service delivery schedules
•Participate, as appropriate, in the special education evaluation process
•Develop physical therapy goals and objectives for Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
•Consult with parents, educational personnel, doctors, medical agencies and vendors
•Design and adapt the physical environment and adapt equipment
•Evaluate students using standardized and non-standardized techniques through formal and informal observation
•Select therapy evaluation approaches that support the educational environment
•Identify valid evaluation tools to use with a variety of students
•Complete Physical Therapy evaluations in a timely manner that meet IDEA requirements
•Maintain accurate records on treatment programs and student progress
•Maintain equipment used in the provision of physical therapy services
•Provide home sessions with parents when deemed necessary to the student’s performance and improvement
•Educate, train and supervise educational staff and families in lifting, carrying and handling techniques
•Communicate to parents/guardians regarding student progress and treatment
•Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, as necessary
•Attend IEP and ETM Meetings
•Perform other duties as assigned by the President of Bristol County Rehabilitation Services, Inc.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Physical Therapist

Job Requirements

• Part time can move to full time depending upon caseload and referrals; Helpful to have Massachusetts Licensure; Bristol County Rehab covers multiple school districts within Aquidneck Island, Tiverton and Little Compton; including homebound and the city of Fall River
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Julie Almeida
• 1341 West Main Road
• Suite 12
• Middletown , Rhode Island 02842
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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