Physical Therapist (PT) – Metairie, LA | Full-Time School-Based

Pediatric Developmental Services; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summers & holidays off

Flexible pay options

Unlimited CEUs

Licensure reimbursement

Licensing assistance

Materials stipend

Mentorship program

Dedicated recruiter

W2 benefits + 401k

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) in Metairie, LA is hiring a full-time School-Based Physical Therapist to support students in their daily school activities.

You will help students build gross motor skills, strength, balance, and safe mobility around campus, conduct evaluations, write goals, and collaborate with teachers and families.

We offer mentorship, licensure support, flexible pay options, CEUs, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program
• Louisiana PT license, or eligibility to obtain one (we'll help!)
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; new grads welcome
• A passion for helping students move and participate with confidence

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to students based on their IEPs and 504 plans, individually and in small groups.
• Help students build gross motor skills, strength, balance, coordination, and safe mobility around campus.
• Recommend and train staff on adaptive equipment, positioning, and accessibility.
• Conduct evaluations and write clear reports on students' strengths and needs.
• Write and update IEP goals and take part in IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school teams, and keep documentation organized.

Job description

Full-Time | School-Based | Metairie, Louisiana

Do you love helping kids move, explore, and take part in everything school has to offer? Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to support students in a school in Metairie, Louisiana. You'll help students build strength, mobility, and confidence so they can access their school day safely and independently.

Why You'll Love Working With PDS

• Summers & holidays off: Follow the school calendar and enjoy real time to recharge.
• Flexible pay options: Customized agreements – 1099 or W2 and more! Let's build a package that works for you.
• Unlimited CEUs: Keep growing your skills at no cost to you.
• Licensure reimbursement: We help cover the cost of your state license.
• We'll help you get licensed: No Louisiana license yet? Our licensing team will walk you through the process.
• Materials stipend: Get the equipment and materials you need for your caseload.
• Great mentorship program: Real support from experienced clinicians.
• A real person in your corner: One dedicated recruiter from your first chat to your first day, and all year long.
• W2 benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance with company contribution, plus a retirement account with company match.

What You'll Do

• Provide physical therapy to students based on their IEPs and 504 plans, individually and in small groups.
• Help students build gross motor skills, strength, balance, coordination, and safe mobility around campus.
• Recommend and train staff on adaptive equipment, positioning, and accessibility.
• Conduct evaluations and write clear reports on students' strengths and needs.
• Write and update IEP goals and take part in IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school teams, and keep documentation organized.

What We're Looking For

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program
• Louisiana PT license, or eligibility to obtain one (we'll help!)
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; new grads welcome
• A passion for helping students move and participate with confidence

About Pediatric Developmental Services

PDS connects public school districts, charter schools, and communities nationwide with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. We believe every child deserves the best care possible. That starts with finding and supporting great therapists through real mentorship, competitive compensation, and benefits that matter. When our therapists thrive, kids thrive.