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Physical Therapist - School Based

$50 per hour

AB Staffing Solutions

Job Description

Job Description

Join a supportive school team and make a difference every day!
AB Staffing is seeking an experienced and passionate Physical Therapist (PT) to support students for the 2025–2026 school year in the Greater Chicago area . If you’re looking for flexibility, great pay, and the chance to change lives, this is the role for you.

Position Highlights

  • Schedule: 2 hours/week, following the district academic calendar.
  • Pay: $50/hr
  • Contract: Full school year (2025–2026)
  • Caseload: Varies by location — we’ll match you with a classroom that fits your expertise and preferences.
  • Start: ASAP or start of the school year.


Physical Therapist (PT) Job Duties: 

  • Evaluate patients by observing their movements, performing standardized tests, and listening to their concerns to establish an individualized plan of care.
  • Competent care rendered to patients. Use exercises, stretching, equipment, modalities, and hands-on therapy to manage patients' pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients and motivate them to reach their goals.
  • Provide continuity of care by communicating pertinent patient information with the rehab team, physicians, and other disciplines as needed.
  • Document all patient care in accordance with department policies.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.


Physical Therapist (PT) Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Must possess a valid Illinois License for Physical Therapy.
  • 1+ years of relevant experience; experience in a school and/or pediatric setting(s) preferred.
  • BLS/CPR Cert.
  • Must possess strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Why choose AB Staffing? Since 2002, AB Staffing has placed contract employees in positions all across the country. We work directly with school districts nationwide to support their staffing needs in various educational disciplines.

When you work with AB Staffing, you enjoy a top pay rate as well as the following perks:

  • Dedicated and experienced staffing specialists are here to serve you.
  • Professional housing assistance to simplify your journey.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans are available.
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending available.
  • Paid vacation time upon eligibility.
  • Credentialing assistance before, during, and after you work with us.
  • Untaxed per diems and travel stipend for our providers on the road.
  • Referral bonuses.
  • Direct Deposit paid weekly.
Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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