School-Based Full-Time Physical Therapist

Saint Joseph's; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 45 days

Personal days (2)

Sick days (8)

Job summary

Saint Joseph's Medical Center is seeking a School-Based Full-Time Physical Therapist to support students in schools and homes, evaluating, treating, and documenting progress while preparing IEPs in collaboration with families and educators.

New graduates are welcome. The role offers a 35-hour week, health benefits after 45 days, and a salary of $90,480 per year, with a 7:30am–3:30pm schedule aligned to Yonkers Public School calendar.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in New York State.
• Experience with pediatrics preferred, school-age population.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to document progress clearly.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat school-based children in schools or homes.
• Document sessions and progress; prepare IEPs.
• Communicate with parents, guardians, and teachers; attend required meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Flexibility

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

School-Based Full-Time Physical Therapist

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Yonkers, New York, United States

Location

Yonkers

Job Description

Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

Saint Joseph's Medical Center - Yonkers, NY (10701)

Saint Joseph's Medical Center is seekingFull-Time Physical Therapists (new grads are welcome)to join our School-Based Rehabilitation Program for the2027-2028 school year.Reporting to the Director of the School-Based Rehab Program the Physical Therapists will provide intervention and evaluation for children in schools and/or in their homes, document sessions and progress, prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and maintain ongoing communication with parents, guardians and teachers. Responsible for evaluating, treating and maintaining appropriate documentation on school-based children as assigned by the SBRP Director, in accordance with Saint Joseph's Medical Center policies and procedures, contracts with various Boards of Education, and within the guidelines established by New York State law. Responsible for attendance at all mandatory and required SBRP and district meetings and trainings. Responsible for communicating with parents, school personnel, Board of Education and School-Based Rehab Program. Opportunities for supervision may be available.

Job Requirements:

Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and strong communication skills; written and verbal. Must have excellent organizational skills and be flexible.

Education:

Bachelor of Science, Masters, or Doctorate degree from a Physical Therapy program.

New York State Physical Therapy License required.

Experience:

At least one year experience in pediatrics, specifically with school-age populations is preferred.

Full-Time Salary and Benefits:

• $90,480.00 annual salary paid over 12 months (26 pay periods) while following the Yonkers Public School calendar
• 35 hours work per week
• 2 personal days and 8 Safe & Sick days annually
• Health Benefits after 45 days
• Daily Schedule will be discussed with the SBRP director, but usually 7:30am-3:30pm

New graduates are welcome to apply. If you have already applied for a position with us before, please feel free to apply again.