School-Based Pediatric Physical Therapist | Flexible Pay & CEUs

Pdstherapy; 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

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.