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School-Based Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-Time
Amergis Educational Staffing
Riverside, CA
Contract | Onsite
Schedule:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
2026-2027 school year
Starts August 2026
Pay:
$2,812.50 per week , based on 37.5 hours
($75/hour, depending on experience)
Amergis Educational Staffing is hiring a full-time School-Based Physical Therapist to work with a school district in Riverside, CA for the full 2026-2027 school year. This is an onsite role with steady hours for the entire academic year.
This PT will support students’ access to education by addressing mobility, strength, and functional needs in the school setting while working closely with IEP teams.
What you’ll do:
Provide direct and consultative PT services to school-aged students
Complete evaluations, assessments, and ongoing progress monitoring
Write and support IEP goals and service recommendations
Address gross motor skills, balance, posture, mobility, and functional access
Help students safely participate in classroom and school activities
Recommend and support use of adaptive equipment and modifications
Attend and participate in IEP and team meetings
Maintain clear and timely documentation and service logs
Coordinate with teachers, staff, families, and related service providers
Travel between school sites within the district as needed
What you need:
Active California Physical Therapist license
Experience with pediatric or school-based populations preferred
Comfort managing a full-time school caseload
Availability for the full 2026-2027 school year
Strong communication and organization skills
Reliable transportation for school site travel
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | Physical Therapist | Physical Therapist School
Job Type: Contract – Full Time
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0120
Contract Duration: 36
Pay Rate: $3000 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-05-12T19:16:08
