School Physical Therapist | Yelm, Washington

ProCare Therapy; Yelm (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidental benefits

Job summary

ProCare Therapy in Washington is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for a 2026-2027 school-year contract in a K-12 setting. This full-time role serves multiple district sites with a small caseload and onsite duties only.

You will evaluate students, develop treatment plans, collaborate with teachers and families, and travel between sites as needed. The position emphasizes hands-on care and strong student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Physical Therapy license or willingness to obtain before start date.
• Fingerprint clearance through OSPI or willingness to complete this requirement.
• Experience working with school-aged children preferred, but new grads welcome to apply.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Committed to providing services exclusively onsite (no virtual work).
• Able to manage a K-12 caseload and travel across district sites.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy services to support student growth in grades K-12.
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate therapy into education programs.
• Consult with school staff on accommodations and equipment needs to support student participation.
• Travel between school sites within the district as needed.

Skills

PT license

OSPI fingerprint

School experience

Communication

Onsite only

Caseload management

Job description

Looking for a dynamic opportunity to make a direct impact on student success? A contract position is available for a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide essential support in a K-12 setting for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time role involves working with a diverse student population (approximately 25-30 students) across multiple locations within the district, ensuring a rewarding mix of collaboration and independence.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State Physical Therapy (PT) license, or willingness to obtain before the start date
• Fingerprint clearance through OSPI, or open to completing this requirement
• Experience working with school-aged children preferred, but dedicated new grads are welcome to apply
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities
• Committed to providing services exclusively onsite (no virtual work)
• Able to manage a K-12 caseload and work across different sites within the district

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver physical therapy services to support the academic and functional growth of students in grades K-12
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate therapy into students educational programs
• Consult with school staff on accommodations and equipment needs to support student participation
• Travel between school sites within the district as needed

Enjoy consistent hours with a capped caseload, ensuring you can focus on quality care. Being onsite allows you to build strong relationships with the staff and students, supporting student goals through hands-on collaboration.

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.41 to $67.41.

• 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.