School Physical Therapist - $49-54 per hour

RCM Healthcare Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary hourly roles

Medical, dental, and vision

Company-paid Life/AD&D

Paid sick leave may be available

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

RCM HealthCare Services is seeking a School-based Physical Therapist (PT) in Columbia, SC for a local contract. The role features a 13‑week engagement, 40 hours per week, weekdays with a school day schedule and onsite work in a school setting.

Licensed PT in SC is required; pediatric experience is preferred. Duties include evaluating motor skills, developing and adjusting treatment plans, completing IEP/MET/Medicaid forms, and documenting progress with regular attendance and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of SC.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• SC Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders related to professional area of responsibility
• Assess gross motor skills and therapeutic equipment needs of students
• Develop, implement, monitor, and modify treatment plans based on physician orders and assessment of student as appropriate
• Complete IEP, MET, Medicaid and treatment forms/reports
• Maintain treatment/progress notes and Medicaid documentation per professional standards
• Train Paraprofessionals/PTAs on various student plans
• Regular and predictable attendance

Skills

Child-focused

Staff & family engagement

Communication skills

Creativity & flexibility

transportation access

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist – SC

Job description

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Columbia, South Carolina.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 1 hour, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Physical Therapist, PT (School-based)

Compensation Range: $49-54/hour

Location: Columbia, SC; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary

School-based physical therapists help students improve mobility and physical function so they can fully participate in the classroom and throughout the school environment. As related service providers under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), they collaborate with educational teams to develop and implement therapy goals that support each student's access to and success in the general education curriculum. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift:

• Shift details: School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: PRN/as needed (2 hours/month)
• Contract length: School Year

Key Duties

• Interpret physician orders related to professional area of responsibility
• Assess gross motor skills and therapeutic equipment needs of students
• Develop, implement, monitor, and modify treatment plans based on physician orders and assessment of student as appropriate
• Complete IEP, MET, Medicaid and treatment forms/reports
• Maintain treatment/progress notes and Medicaid documentation per professional standards
• Train Paraprofessionals/PTAs on various student plans
• Regular and predictable attendance

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist – State of SC
• SC Driver’s License
• Pediatric experience preferred

Skills

• A passion for working with children
• The ability to "connect" with staff, children, and parents
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Creative and flexible
• Access to personal transportation

Benefits

• Temporary (Hourly) Roles
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from the first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well‑being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us, and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

RCM HealthCare Travel Job ID #330695. Posted job title: Physical Therapist (school-based PT)

About RCM HealthCare Travel: RCM Health Care Services’mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.