Physical Therapist (PT) – School Based
Compensation
Salary Range: $82,744.16 – $95,155.78 per year
Location: Yonkers, NY
Onsite
Position Summary
As a School-Based Physical Therapist, you will provide therapy services to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-aged children to support their physical development and functional independence. You will conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with IEP/IFSP goals. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a structured educational setting.
Responsibilities
? Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Hours per week: 35

? Key Duties:

• Provide mandated physical therapy services in accordance with IEP/IFSP requirements and maintain a caseload of sessions
• Perform evaluations and assessments using evidence-based practices and communicate findings effectively
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and multidisciplinary team members to support student progress
• Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and goal tracking, in compliance with regulations
• Support assistive technology and adaptive equipment needs, and participate in meetings, training, and professional development

Requirements
? Education

• Required: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

? Licenses & Certifications

• Required: NYS Physical Therapist License and Registration
• Additional certifications (if applicable): BLS/CPR certification preferred; NPI number required

? Skills:

• Strong pediatric therapy knowledge and assessment skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with families and school staff
• Strong documentation, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage caseloads and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

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.