Occupational/Physiotherapist

WHY THRIVE THERAPIES

School-based PTs are essential to student mobility, independence, and full participation in school life — yet many practice without adequate consultation time, peer support, or workloads aligned to best practice.

WHY THRIVE THERAPIES

School-based PTs are essential to student mobility, independence, and full participation in school life — yet many practice without adequate consultation time, peer support, or workloads aligned to best practice. Thrive partners with districts that value physical therapy as integral to educational access. As a Thrive PT you will deliver school-based physical therapy services to students K-12 whose disabilities affect their ability to access and navigate the educational environment. Working within the educational model, you will evaluate gross motor function, recommend adaptive equipment, write IEP goals, and collaborate with interdisciplinary school teams. You are a full member of the community.

Conduct comprehensive PT evaluations to determine educational need and IDEA eligibility, including assessment of gross motor skills, functional mobility, gait, balance, coordination, and physical access to the school environment

Participate in eligibility determination meetings and translate PT findings for educational planning purposes

Develop individualized PT IEP goals targeting functional mobility, gross motor skill development, and physical participation in educational activities

Deliver direct individual therapy sessions using evidence-based PT approaches including NDT, motor learning principles, gait training, and strengthening programs

Evaluate for and recommend adaptive equipment — including wheelchairs, walkers, orthotics, and positioning devices — and train students, staff, and families in their proper use

COLLABORATION & ENVIRONMENTAL ACCESS

Collaborate with school facilities and administration on accessibility modifications when indicated by student need

Coordinate with occupational therapists on overlapping motor, positioning, and adaptive equipment goals

DPT or MPT from an accredited physical therapy program

active state PT license in good standing, or documented initiation of licensure transfer prior to start date

Knowledge of IDEA, IEP process, and the educational model of PT

1+ years of school-based PT experience

Training in NDT, motor learning theory, or pediatric PT specialty frameworks

Experience with adaptive equipment evaluation and recommendation

Experience serving students with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, or acquired motor disabilities

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