School Physical Therapist - $50-55 per hour

RCM Healthcare Services; Broomall (PA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist for a local contract position in Broomall, PA. The role is 4 days per week, 40 hours, onsite at the school, with an immediate start and a 13-week duration for the 2026/2027 school year.

Qualifications include a Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, an active Pennsylvania PT license, and pediatric experience within IDEA/IHP contexts. Hourly pay ranges from $50.00 to $55.00, with benefits for temporary roles.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License.
• Knowledge of IDEA regulations and IEP development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educationally relevant PT evaluations to support school access.
• Develop measurable IEP goals and provide therapy for functional mobility.
• Train staff on adaptive equipment and safe transfers.
• Collaborate with teachers and families on accommodations.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with IDEA and state rules.

Skills

IDEA regulations

IEP development

Pediatric disabilities

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Broomall, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

RCM Healthcare is looking for a 4 day per week school based Physical Therapist to work with students at the school location in Broomall, PA. Immediate interviews

Job Title: School-Based Physical Therapist – Low Incidence

Compensation – Hourly Rate: $50.00-$55.00 per hour

Location: Broomall, Pennsylvania

Onsite – School-Based

Position Summary As a School-Based Physical Therapist serving low-incidence students, you will provide specialized evaluations, direct therapy services, and consultation to support students with significant physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized services that promote student access to the educational environment and support participation in school-based activities. 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 Year
• Hours per week: 4 days per week
• Contract length: 2026/2027 school year

Key Duties

• Conduct educationally relevant physical therapy evaluations to identify barriers impacting student access to the school environment and curriculum.
• Develop measurable IEP goals and provide direct physical therapy services focused on functional mobility, positioning, and participation in educational activities.
• Assess, fit, and train staff on adaptive equipment including wheelchairs, gait trainers, standers, and specialized seating systems.
• Consult with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families regarding safe transfers, positioning, mobility, and classroom accommodations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service logs, progress reports, and re-evaluations in compliance with IDEA and Pennsylvania state regulations.

Requirements

Education

• Required: Master's or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License.
• Additional Certifications: Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.

Skills

• Knowledge of IDEA regulations, IEP development, and school-based documentation requirements.
• Experience working with pediatric students with severe physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with multidisciplinary educational teams.
• Experience with adaptive equipment, positioning, mobility training, and safe transfer techniques.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

Per Diem / 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 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 #330718. Posted job title: Physical Therapist (PT), school based, 4 days per week

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.