Physical Therapist - San Diego County, CA

Liricare; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 93,676 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings options

Professional development support

Access to Liri AI tools

Job summary

LiriCare is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist to support students in San Diego County, CA. The role focuses on delivering school-based therapy, evaluating needs, and developing individualized plans that align with IEP goals.

You will collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote mobility and participation in school activities, while maintaining thorough documentation and progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Active California Physical Therapy license.
• School-based experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special education processes and IEPs preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based physical therapy services to students with disabilities.
• Conduct evaluations and contribute to eligibility determinations as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with IEP goals.
• Support student mobility, positioning, balance, strength, and functional access within the educational environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend IEP meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Independence

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist - San Diego County, CA

Make up to $75/hour — W-2 (full benefits eligible) or up to $90/hour — 1099. Location: Ramona Unified School District – San Diego County, CA. Part‑Time | 10–11 Hours per Week. School-Based | Immediate Start.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re hiring a Part‑Time Physical Therapist to support students in San Diego County, CA. In this role, you’ll work with students who have a variety of physical, developmental, and mobility‑related needs, helping them access their educational environment and participate more fully in school activities. You’ll collaborate closely with special education teams, teachers, families, and other service providers to develop and implement individualized therapy plans that support student success. This is a flexible, low‑hour opportunity that offers the ability to make a meaningful impact while maintaining work‑life balance.

WHY LIRICARE

At LiriCare, we’re focused on building long‑term clinician partnerships, not just placements. We provide the tools, flexibility, and support you need to do your best work.

What sets us apart:

• Liri AI — built for therapists: Reduce documentation time and streamline administrative tasks so you can focus more on students and less on paperwork.
• Marketplace earnings: Create and share therapy resources while keeping 96% of your earnings.
• Performance-based incentives: Eligible providers may receive bonuses tied to engagement and outcomes.
• Built‑in community: Collaborate with PTs, OTs, SLPs, psychologists, and special education professionals nationwide.
• Flexible systems: Integrated scheduling, documentation, and workflow tools designed specifically for clinicians.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $68–$75/hour (W-2)
• Up to $90/hour (1099)
• 10–11 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling based on district needs

Benefits available for eligible W-2 employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings options
• Professional development support
• Access to Liri AI tools and clinician platform

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide school‑based physical therapy services to students with disabilities
• Conduct evaluations and contribute to eligibility determinations as needed
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with IEP goals
• Support student mobility, positioning, balance, strength, and functional access within the educational environment
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Attend IEP meetings as required
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Active California Physical Therapy license
• School‑based experience preferred
• Knowledge of special education processes and IEPs preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting a multidisciplinary team

WHY THIS WORK MATTERS

Physical therapy services can have a profound impact on a student’s ability to access their education, participate in school activities, and build independence. In this role, you’ll help students overcome physical barriers, improve mobility, and gain the confidence needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

LiriCare is committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment for all clinicians and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.