School-Based PT: Empower Mobility & Inclusion

Thrive Therapies; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Therapies is seeking a school-based physical therapist to deliver PT services to K–12 students within the educational model. You will evaluate gross motor function, set IEP-driven goals, and collaborate with teachers, OTs, SLPs, and families to support accessibility and participation in school activities.

As a full member of the school-based team, you will apply evidence-based PT approaches and document progress using Thrive’s AI-supported tools, while ensuring compliance with IDEA

Qualifications

• DPT or MPT from an accredited physical therapy program.
• NPTE board exam passage; active state PT license in good standing.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP processes, and the educational model of PT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PT evaluations to determine educational need and eligibility.
• Write IEP goals and deliver school-based therapy sessions.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train staff and families.
• Provide consultative services on physical access accommodations.
• Maintain accurate service logs and progress notes using Thrive AI documentation tools.

Skills

PT licensure

IDEA knowledge

IEP familiarity

Education

DPT or MPT from an accredited PT program

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) | School-Based

Help students move, participate, and thrive, with a team behind you.

Physical Therapist (PT) | School-Based

Help students move, participate, and thrive, with a team behind you.

Thrive Therapies Group is looking for Physical Therapists to join our growing team and support K-12 students.

Thrive is on a mission to revolutionize the care of children with disabilities. We provide results-driven services and intelligent tools to support children's development, well-being, and health.

We believe great outcomes start with connection. At Thrive, you'll have the resources, collaboration, technology, and clinical support to focus on what matters most, helping students build mobility, independence, and greater access to their school environment.

Why PTs Choose Thrive

Make an Impact

Help students improve functional mobility, gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and physical participation throughout the school day.

School-Based by Design

Your expertise directly supports students' ability to access classrooms, activities, peers, and the broader school environment.

A Team Behind You

Collaborate with educators, families, OTs, SLPs, school psychologists, behavioral specialists, and special education teams as part of an integrated, student-centered approach.

Technology That Supports Your Work

Thrive provides AI-supported documentation tools to help streamline service logs and progress notes.

Make a Difference Beyond the Therapy Session

Help identify adaptive equipment, positioning supports, mobility strategies, and environmental accommodations that increase student independence and access.

What You'll Do

• Conduct school-based PT evaluations and re-evaluations
• Develop individualized, functional IEP goals
• Provide direct physical therapy services
• Support gross motor development, mobility, gait, balance, and coordination
• Evaluate and recommend adaptive equipment and positioning supports
• Consult with teachers and staff on physical access, mobility, and safe transfer strategies
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary school teams
• Maintain accurate service documentation and progress notes
  
  

What You'll Bring

• DPT or MPT from an accredited physical therapy program
• NPTE board exam passage
• Active state PT license, or documented initiation of licensure transfer
• Knowledge of IDEA, the IEP process, and the educational model of physical therapy
• School-based experience, pediatric PT training, and experience with adaptive equipment are preferred
  
  

Come Thrive With Us

If you're looking for a school-based PT opportunity where you can help students become more independent, collaborate with a strong team, and have the resources to do your best work, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and let's start the conversation.