Physical Therapist

Austills Rehabilitation Services Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives available

Mentorship and support

Flexible school-hour schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Austill's Educational Therapy Services is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide school-based therapy to students from preschool through 12th grade in West Lawn, PA. The role focuses on improving mobility and participation in the educational environment through direct therapy and collaboration with school teams.

The position offers a flexible schedule aligned with school hours for the 2026-27 school year. A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and an active Pennsylvania license are required;

Qualifications

• DPT required; active PA license.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary school team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to PreK–12 students.
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes, data, IEP updates.
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed; travel between locations if applicable.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Documentation

Collaboration

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Location: West Lawn, PA

Timeframe: 2026-27 School Year

Snapshot: Seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant* (*with indirect license) to work 1 day per week with school age students for the 2026-27 school year.

Incentives available!

Support/Mentorship: YES!

Job Summary:

A Physical Therapist (PT) provides school-based therapy services to students from preschool through 12th grade. This role focuses on improving student mobility, physical function, and participation in the educational environment through direct therapy and collaboration with school teams.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct physical therapy services to assigned students (PreK–12)
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success
• Complete required documentation, including:
• Progress notes
• Data collection
• IEP updates and annual reviews
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable)

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for working with children

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours
• Continuing education opportunitiesClinical support and mentorship
• Streamlined documentation systems
• Leadership and advancement opportunities

About Austill's Educational Therapy Services:

Austill's has provided school-based therapy services for over 40 years throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. The organization is committed to supporting student success while offering clinicians strong mentorship, flexibility, and professional growth opportunities. Check out our website to learn more! Austill's Educational Therapy Services

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