Physical Therapist - School Setting in Margate City, NJ

ProCare Therapy; Margate City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a school-based, consultative contract role near Margate City, NJ. You will provide monthly visits during the academic year (Sept 2 – June 16) to guide student mobility and participation, with flexibility to balance personal and professional commitments.

You’ll collaborate with educators and families, document outcomes, and offer recommendations for adaptive equipment while contributing to student wellness and educational success.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience providing PT in a school or pediatric setting.
• Knowledge of pediatric developmental milestones and school-based practices.
• Strong communication with educators, families, and team members.
• Ability to write clear, actionable consult notes and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consult visits once a month to assess student needs and progress.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to suggest strategies for student mobility and participation in the classroom.
• Provide recommendations for adaptive equipment and modifications when needed.
• Serve as a trusted resource on best practices in pediatric and school-based therapy.
• Document consult outcomes and provide written reports outlining goals and interventions.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

School-based pediatric therapy

Job description

Step into an essential role supporting students as a physical therapist in a school-based, consultative position located near Margate City, NJ. This unique contract opportunity is ideal for professionals seeking flexible involvement and the chance to positively impact a school community. Youll provide expert guidance for student mobility and development by consulting once a month throughout the academic year, from September 2nd to June 16th.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Experience providing physical therapy within a school or pediatric healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of pediatric developmental milestones and school-based therapy practices
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with educators, families, and other team members
• Ability to write clear, actionable consult notes and recommendations

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct consultative visits once a month to assess student needs and progress
• Collaborate with school staff and families to suggest strategies for student mobility and participation in the classroom
• Provide recommendations for adaptive equipment and modifications when needed
• Serve as a trusted resource on best practices in pediatric and school-based therapy
• Document consult outcomes and provide written reports outlining goals and interventions

This contract position offers the flexibility to maintain your personal and professional balance while making a meaningful contribution to the school community. Youll play a pivotal role in supporting educational success and student wellness, with the autonomy to focus on what you do bestguiding school teams and families to help students thrive physically and academically.

Compensation for this position ranges from $47.18 to $77.18. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.