School-Based Physical Therapist - Yelm, WA

Soliant; Yelm (WA); On-site; USD 113,928,000 - 168,067,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a contract physical therapist to support students across a full-time 37.5-hour school-year schedule in Washington. The onsite K-12 caseload is about 25–30 students, with focus on growth through individualized PT plans and collaboration with educators and families.

Contract runs Sept 9, 2026 through June 16, 2027. Pay ranges from $42.41 to $62.41 per hour, with healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals where eligible.

Qualifications

• Washington PT license or eligibility to obtain before start date
• WA OSPI fingerprint clearance or willingness to complete the process
• School or pediatric setting experience preferred
• Ability to work onsite for the full school year
• Experience in IEP development and therapy planning for K-12
• Adaptability to varied caseloads across multiple schools
• Strong communication and collaboration with students, staff and families

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students and develop individualized PT treatment plans
• Deliver direct PT services and consult per IEPs for K-12 students
• Collaborate with educators, administrators and related service personnel
• Maintain thorough documentation of assessments, progress notes and treatment
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student success
• Communicate progress with parents/guardians
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented district culture focused on achievement

Skills

Onsite work only

IEP development

Assessment & therapy planning

Collaboration with staff & families

Job description

Make a difference supporting students' growth as a contract physical therapist for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time opportunity (37.5 hours per week) is available onsite only, serving a diverse K-12 population district-wide. Your expertise will impact caseloads of approximately 25-30 students, helping them achieve better outcomes in a supportive, collaborative educational environment.

Qualifications/Desired Experience

• Valid Washington PT license, or eligibility and willingness to obtain one before start date
• WA OSPI fingerprint clearance, or willingness to complete the fingerprinting process
• Experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred
• Ability to work exclusively onsite throughout the full school year (no virtual work)
• Skilled in assessment, IEP development, and therapy planning for students K-12
• Adaptability to work with varied caseloads across multiple schools
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, staff, and families

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Deliver direct PT services and consultation per IEPs for K-12 students
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and related service personnel
• Maintain thorough documentation of all assessments, progress notes, and treatment delivered
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute expertise to support student success
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented district culture focused on student achievement

This contract begins September 9, 2026, and extends through June 16, 2027. Engage in rewarding work within a welcoming school community and help empower students to reach their highest potential.

Compensation for this position ranges from $42.41 to $62.41.

• 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.