Part Time Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$60 - $70/hr
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Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Part-Time School-Based Physical Therapist! In this vital role, you will provide expert PT services to young students, helping them achieve optimal mobility, independence, and participation in school activities.
Your expertise will support students’ physical development and ensure they receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while working within a collaborative school environment.
- Location: Washington, DC
- Duration: August 24, 2026 - June 16, 2027
- Grade Level: Early Childhood (age 3-5)
- Schedule: 7:45am-4:15pm | Part Time
- Pay: $60-$70/hour (based on experience)
Duties
Conduct comprehensive assessments of students’ physical abilities, including mobility, strength, and coordination.
Develop and implement individualized care plans that align with each student’s specific needs and educational goals.
Provide targeted interventions such as trigger point therapy, orthopedics techniques, and gait training to enhance functional abilities.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and healthcare providers to coordinate care and monitor progress effectively.
Educate school staff and families on exercises, mobility aids, and home care strategies to support ongoing development.
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards while delivering patient-centered care in a school setting.
Caseload Details
- Flexible availability is ideal given small number caseload
- Will be working with 3 students at 1 location and 1 student at another location
- Many decisions and plans are developed as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Access to shared office space
Qualifications
Experience with care planning, discharge planning, and managing care across inpatient, outpatient, home health, and community settings.
- Proficiency in using EMR systems for documentation and treatment tracking.
- Ability to work effectively with children in diverse settings such as schools or home environments.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including educators, healthcare providers, and families.
- DC DOH PT License
- Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
Why You'll Love Working with AnthroMed Education
Competitive weekly pay, paid time off, pay during all school holidays including Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance (Medical PPO with $0 payroll deduction)
- 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% (starting Day 1)
- Paid parental leave and short-term disability (100% employer-sponsored)
- Access to therapy materials, CEU resources, and regular team learning sessions
- A collaborative and supportive team culture with bi-weekly meetings and peer support
- Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
- Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
- Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
- Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director
Embark on a fulfilling journey where your expertise transforms students’ lives! We’re dedicated to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive impact on the communities we serve.
AnthroMed Education Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AnthroMed LLC will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert physical therapy services to early childhood students to improve mobility and independence. Develop individualized care plans and collaborate with teachers and parents to monitor student progress.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 53% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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