Per Diem School-Based Fee-For-Service Physical Therapist

Saint Joseph's Medical Center • Yonkers, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is seeking per diem, fee-for-service Physical Therapists to join its School-Based Rehabilitation Program for the 2027–2028 school year. Physical Therapists provide evaluation and intervention for children in schools and/or their homes, document sessions and progress, prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and teachers. They evaluate and treat assigned school-based children and maintain appropriate documentation in accordance with the Medical Center’s policies and procedures, contracts with Boards of Education, and New York State law. The role includes attending required School-Based Rehabilitation Program and district meetings and trainings, and communicating with parents, school personnel, Boards of Education, and the School-Based Rehabilitation Program. Opportunities for supervision may be available. The daily schedule will be discussed with the Director of the School-Based Rehab Program. Compensation is fee-for-service, with the opportunity to earn up to $205.80 per hour. Benefits may be available to employees working at least 30 hours per week for 45 days, provided they continue working at least 30 hours per week to maintain eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, master’s, or doctorate degree from a Physical Therapy program.
• New York State Physical Therapy License.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in pediatrics, specifically with school-age populations, is preferred.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat assigned school-based children.
• Provide intervention for children in schools and/or their homes.
• Document therapy sessions and children’s progress, maintaining appropriate records.
• Prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Communicate with parents, guardians, teachers, school personnel, Boards of Education, and the School-Based Rehabilitation Program.
• Attend all mandatory and required School-Based Rehabilitation Program and district meetings and trainings.
• Follow Saint Joseph’s Medical Center policies and procedures, applicable Board of Education contracts, and New York State law.

Benefits

• Benefits may be available after working at least 30 hours per week for 45 days and continuing to work at least 30 hours per week to maintain eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level