Tacoma, WA - Physical Therapist

Thrive Therapies; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Therapies Group is seeking Physical Therapists to join our Washington team and support K-12 students in school settings. We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with comprehensive clinical support and AI-assisted documentation tools.

You will conduct evaluations, develop individualized IEP goals, deliver direct PT services, and collaborate with educators, families, and interdisciplinary teams to improve mobility, independence, and access to the school environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a DPT or MPT from an accredited program.
• Pass NPTE and hold or be eligible for licensure in Washington.
• Experience with IDEA/IEP processes and school-based services preferred.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and families.

Responsibilities

• 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, safe transfer strategies.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary school teams.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and progress notes.

Skills

DPT or MPT degree

NPTE exam passage

Active WA license

IDEA & IEP knowledge

School-based / pediatric PT

Education

DPT or MPT degree from accredited program

Active Washington PT license

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) | School-Based

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

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

Thrive Therapies Group is looking for Physical Therapists to join our growing Washington 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 Washington 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