Physical Therapist - Aurora, IL

AnthroMed Education (School Services); Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

401(k) match

Job summary

AnthroMed Education (School Services) seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to provide short-term FMLA coverage across a school district. This on-site role serves students across grade levels, with a focus on transition-aged learners (18–22) and a schedule from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Compensation is $45–$65/hour.

Licensed PT in IDFPR is required. School-based experience is a plus, and the assignment runs ASAP through January 2027, offering collaborative work with educators and related services to

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• IDFPR Physical Therapist License required.
• Experience in school-based or educational settings preferred.
• Comfortable working with transition-aged students 18–22.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to students across the district.
• Support a range of ages and needs with an emphasis on transition-aged students.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers.
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
• Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
• Help address compensatory service minutes.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Transition-aged experience

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Full-Time FMLA Physical Therapist — School District

Location: Aurora, IL
Grade Levels: All Grade Levels, with an emphasis on Transition Students
Position: Full-Time Physical Therapist
Dates: ASAP–January 2027
Setting: On-Site
Schedule: Approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Position Type: Full-Time FMLA Coverage
Compensation: $45–$65/hour
Licensure: IDFPR Physical Therapist License

About the Opportunity

A school district is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to provide short-term FMLA coverage through January 2027. This position will work across the district with students of various ages and grade levels, with a particular focus on transition-aged students ages 18–22.

This is a great opportunity for a PT withschool-based or educational experience who enjoys working with students across a variety of ages and needs.

Position Overview

The Physical Therapist will provide services throughout the district, supporting students across multiple grade levels. While the caseload is mixed, there will be a larger emphasis on students in the district's transition program, serving young adults ages 18–22.

The assignment is expected to continue through January to help the district address compensatory minutes.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to students across the district

Support students across a variety of grade levels and needs

Work primarily with transition-aged students ages 18–22

Provide services and support related to students' educational goals

Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers

Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation

Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings as needed

Help the district address compensatory service minutes

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

CurrentIDFPR Physical Therapist License

School-based or educational experience preferred

Experience working with transition-aged students is a plus

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Comfortable working with students across a wide range of ages and needs

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Full-time FMLA coverage with a defined short-term assignment

Work throughout the district rather than being limited to one building

Opportunity to work with transition-aged students (18–22)

Meaningful opportunity to support students' functional and educational goals

School-based schedule of approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM

Competitive $45–$65/hour compensation

Assignment runs ASAP through January 2027

Why AnthroMed

• AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed
• Benefits begin the first of the month after start date. Benefits offered include:
• United HealthCare PPO with a $0 Payroll Deduction
• Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit)
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution on day one!
• 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional supplemental coverages include:
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection
• Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
• Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
• Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
• Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director
• Most importantly, we are dedicated to your success and you will find that we are always responsive, engaged, and always available to connect.