School-Based Physical Therapist - Johnston, RI

ProCare Therapy; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a dedicated physical therapist to work one-on-one with a student in a school-based setting. The role features a consistent one-hour weekly session and aims to deliver high-quality care aligned with educational and therapeutic goals.

You will conduct assessments, create treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions while collaborating with educators and families to support the student’s growth and independence.

Qualifications

• Active RI Physical Therapy license.
• Experience delivering PT in schools or pediatric settings.
• Knowledge of IEPs and school-based documentation.
• Strong communication with educators and families.
• Must be fully vaccinated for student safety.
• Compassionate, adaptable, and dedicated to individualized care.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services to a school-aged student during weekly sessions.
• Develop treatment plans and implement evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align with educational goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust strategies to support growth.
• Document sessions and maintain compliant records.
• Advocate for student access, accommodations, and well-being.

Skills

Communication skills

IEP collaboration

Pediatric care

Compassionate

Vaccination compliance

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (RI)

Job description

Make an impact as a dedicated physical therapist working one-on-one with a student in a school-based setting. This rewarding contract role offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality care in alignment with educational and therapeutic goals. Enjoy a consistent one-hour session per week and the satisfaction of seeing your interventions make a real difference in a young persons daily life.

Desired Background & Qualifications:

• Current Physical Therapy license in the state
• Prior experience delivering PT services in schools or pediatric settings
• Knowledge of individualized education plans (IEPs) and relevant documentation
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with educators and families
• Must be fully vaccinated, ensuring optimal safety for an immunocompromised student
• Compassionate, adaptable, and committed to individualized care

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored physical therapy services to a school-aged student during scheduled weekly sessions
• Conduct therapeutic assessments, create treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align therapy with students educational objectives
• Monitor progress closely, adjusting strategies to best support growth and independence
• Document all sessions and maintain thorough, timely records in compliance with school and regulatory policies
• Serve as a resource and advocate for student access, accommodations, and well-being

This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in school-based therapy, with the benefit of a streamlined commitment that fits well into other professional or personal obligations.

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.80 to $73.80. 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.