School Physical Therapist - $2,424 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 109,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Continuing Education

Job summary

AMN Healthcare Allied, Waipahu, HI, is seeking a physical therapist to support a school district for 35 weeks as a travel assignment. The PT will assess, plan, and implement treatment to help students reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.

Responsibilities include collaboration with district staff, data collection, documentation, and clear communication with teachers, families, and other team members. A DPT, HI license, NPTE passage, and school-based experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
• Active Physical Therapy (PT) license in HI (PT-HI).
• Pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).

Responsibilities

• Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students restore and maintain their physical functions.
• Screen and evaluate students referred to Physical Therapy treatment.
• Appropriately collect data, report findings.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction and create personalized treatment plans to help patients reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.
• Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards.
• Participate on a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student treatment.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Licensed PT in HI (PT-HI)

NPTE passed

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - School - (PT - School)

Start Date: 9/28/2026

Duration: 35 weeks

Shift: 8 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Waipahu, HI school district to hire a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) to work with one of the top districts in the area, providing services to children of all ages. Generally, the PT will conduct assessments, build and execute effective treatment plans, and educate students to reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students restore and maintain their physical functions.
• Screen and evaluate students referred to Physical Therapy treatment.
• Appropriately collect data, report findings.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction and create personalized treatment plans to help patients reduce pain, improve movement, and restore function.
• Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards.
• Participate on a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student treatment.

Required Qualifications

• Physical Therapist, School
• Licenses: PT-HI
• Graduate from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
• Pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
• Active Physical Therapy (PT) license in HI

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear, articulate communication skills
• Ability to explain results to a varied audience
• Candidates with previous school experience a plus!

Completion of a criminal record and background check

Job Benefits

• Competitive pay rates $2387.00 - $2460.00
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Pay Package

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3574135. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Benefits

• Company provided housing options
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Continuing Education