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Physical Therapist - School Setting in Waukegan, IL

$39.28 - $59.28 per hour

Soliant

Job Description

Job Description

Degree in Physical Therapy, active Physical Therapist license and 1+ year of Physical Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Step into a fulfilling contract opportunity as a physical therapist working with students for the upcoming 26/27 school year on a convenient four-day-per-week schedule. Bring your dedication and expertise to a setting where you’ll make a difference in students’ daily lives—collaborating with education teams and supporting achievement in a school-based environment near Waukegan, IL.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

  • Hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist
  • Previous school-based PT experience preferred, but strong clinical backgrounds are encouraged to apply
  • Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills with students, staff, and families
  • Familiarity with developing and implementing IEP goals
  • Excellent organizational skills and adaptability to a dynamic educational environment

Core Responsibilities:

  • Provide physical therapy services to a diverse student population in accordance with IEP requirements
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to assess and revise therapy needs
  • Conduct individual and group sessions to support functional mobility and physical development
  • Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in a timely manner
  • Educate staff and families on student progress and strategies to foster success
  • Monitor student outcomes and adapt interventions as appropriate through the school year

Perks and Benefits:

  • Balanced four-day workweek for enhanced work-life harmony
  • Opportunity to positively impact students’ educational journeys
  • Professional growth in a collaborative and supportive school setting
  • Contract position provides flexibility for the 26/27 academic year

If you are enthusiastic about enriching students’ educational experiences and want a rewarding, structured assignment, we encourage you to apply today and make this upcoming school year truly count.

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.28 to $59.28. 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.

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