Physical Therapist (PT, school-based)

RCM Health Care Services; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Life/AD&D

Job summary

RCM Health Care Services is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) for a school-based setting in Westland, MI. The role is onsite with a 37.5-hour school day schedule for a 12-week contract, focused on mobility and functional goals for students.

Responsibilities include translating physician orders, developing treatment plans, and completing IEP/Medicaid documentation. Pediatric experience is preferred, and MI licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist – State of Michigan.
• Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders related to professional area of responsibility.
• Assess gross motor skills and therapeutic equipment needs of students.
• Develop, implement, monitor and modify treatment plans based on physician orders and assessment of student as appropriate.
• Complete IEP, MET, Medicaid and treatment forms/reports.
• Maintain treatment/progress notes and Medicaid documentation per professional standards.
• Train Paraprofessionals on various student plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Mobility assessment

Paraprofessional training

Job description

Physical Therapist, PT (School-based)
Compensation Range: $62-67/hour

Location: Westland, MI; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary

School-based physical therapists help students improve mobility and physical function so they can fully participate in the classroom and throughout the school environment. As related service providers under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), they collaborate with educational teams to develop and implement therapy goals that support each student’s access to and success in the general education curriculum. At RCM Healthcare Services, we’re passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities – join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift:

• Shift details: School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: 37.5hours per week
• Contract length: 12 weeks

Key Duties

• Interpret physician orders related to professional area of responsibility
• Assess gross motor skills and therapeutic equipment needs of students
• Develop, implement, monitor and modify treatment plans based on physician orders and assessment of student as appropriate
• Complete IEP, MET, Medicaid and treatment forms/reports
• Maintain treatment/progress notes and Medicaid documentation per professional standards
• Train Paraprofessionals on various student plans
• Regular and predictable attendance

Requirements

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist – State of Michigan
• Michigan Driver’s License
• Pediatric experience preferred

Skills

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and is frequently required to move about the inside of the building. This employee will be required to assist in transferring students from one location to another, e.g., from a wheelchair to a mat table, which may require lifting up to 50 pounds and/or pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds. The person in this position frequently communicates with teachers, parents and students, including reading to students, and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee must be able to engage in the physical management of students in order to maintain a safe environment for students and others

Benefits

• Temporary (Hourly) Roles
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from the first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us, and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.