School-Based Full-Time Physical Therapist

Saint Joseph's Medical Center•Yonkers, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is seeking full-time Physical Therapists to join its School-Based Rehabilitation Program for the 2027–2028 school year. The role provides intervention and evaluation for children in schools and/or their homes, documents sessions and progress, prepares Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and maintains ongoing communication with parents, guardians, and teachers. New graduates are welcome to apply. Physical Therapists evaluate, treat, and maintain appropriate documentation for assigned school-based children in accordance with Saint Joseph’s Medical Center policies and procedures, contracts with Boards of Education, and New York State law. The role includes attending mandatory and required 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 position follows the Yonkers Public School calendar and offers 35 work hours per week. The daily schedule is discussed with the School-Based Rehab Program Director and is usually 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The annual salary is $90,480, paid over 12 months in 26 pay periods. Benefits include health benefits after 45 days, two personal days, and eight Safe & Sick days annually.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

At least one year of pediatric experience, specifically with school-age populations, is preferred.
New graduates are welcome to apply.
Opportunities for supervision may be available.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat assigned school-based children.
Provide intervention and evaluation for children in schools and/or their homes.
Document therapy sessions and children’s progress.
Prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Maintain ongoing communication with parents, guardians, and teachers.
Maintain appropriate documentation in accordance with medical center policies and procedures, Board of Education contracts, and New York State law.
Attend mandatory and required School-Based Rehabilitation Program and district meetings and trainings.
Communicate with parents, school personnel, Boards of Education, and the School-Based Rehabilitation Program.