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Nyman Associates
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Physical Therapist (PT) – School-Based & Flexible Part-Time

Physical TherapistPart-Time

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Job Description

Job Title

Physical Therapist (PT) – School-Based & Flexible Part-Time

Pay Range

Based upon experience.

Job Description

Whether you're a seasoned Physical Therapist ready for a fresh start, a new graduate DPT eager to jumpstart your career with the right guidance, or a PT looking to transition from a different setting, Nyman Associates offers opportunities designed to fit a variety of career goals and schedules.

  • We are currently hiring Physical Therapists for both full-time and part-time opportunities, including:
  • Full-time, school-based positions supporting students during the school day
  • Part-time homebound opportunities offering greater flexibility in scheduling and hours

Whether you're looking for a consistent full-time school schedule or flexible part-time hours that can work around other professional or personal commitments, we would love to connect with you.

At Nyman Associates, we provide the tools, guidance, and supportive environment you need to grow, feel connected, and make a lasting impact. For over 40 years, Nyman Associates has been a trusted educational services provider specializing in school-based and early intervention therapy services. We're seeking compassionate PTs who are excited to support students in developing the skills needed for academic success and everyday independence.

Why Join Nyman?

  • As a well-established partner to many schools in the region, we offer:
  • A variety of full-time and part-time placement opportunities based on your interests, experience, and availability
  • Flexible scheduling opportunities, including part-time homebound caseloads
  • Support from dedicated PT mentors, experienced Clinical Leads, and Clinical Directors with firsthand experience as clinicians or educators
  • Consistent support and professional development opportunities

Position Summary

As a school physical therapist, you’ll support students with disabilities or injuries by assessing their physical abilities and providing interventions that promote participation and success in school activities.

Responsibilities Include

Providing specialized services to students with disabilities or injuries that impact participation in educational activities

  • Assessing students' physical abilities to support access and engagement
  • Developing individualized treatment plans aligned with educational goals
  • Implementing interventions to improve motion, mobility, and school participation
  • Conducting assessments
  • Managing adaptations and equipment
  • Using best practices to enhance students’ physical functioning
  • Developing IEP goals and objectives
  • Creating fitness and wellness programs tailored to students needs
  • Delivering quality, personalized, and evidence-based therapy
  • Consulting and collaborating with school team members
  • Documenting therapy sessions and monitoring progress

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
  • Certification from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or eligibility for certification
  • State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a physical therapist

Benefits

  • Employee (W2)
  • Sick time
  • 401(k)
  • Health, Vision, and Dental insurance choices
  • Life insurance
  • Referral bonuses
  • Assessment and therapy materials provided
  • Nyman Associates Team members enjoy broad support, including:
  • Opportunities for professional growth through a community of practice forums, including career advancement paths
  • Dedicated and responsive support from clinical directors
  • Continuing Education/Professional Development opportunities
  • Mentorship for new school-based PTs

Join the team that thrives on caring for students and playing an important role in their ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will assess students' physical abilities and develop individualized treatment plans to support their participation in educational activities. Responsibilities include implementing interventions, managing equipment, and collaborating with school teams to monitor student progress.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Student assessmentTreatment planningIEP developmentMobility trainingClinical documentationCollaborationPediatric therapyRehabilitationEvidence-based practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

In Pennsylvania, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (338 salary observations; 2,226 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,498 salary observations; 60,195 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Pennsylvania?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $91k (middle half $85k–$95k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Pennsylvania vs national$93k median in Pennsylvania$94k nationally (−1%)338 state / 11,498 national salary observations
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Pennsylvania945 active22,168 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 42% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania Physical Therapist listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment999 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

41 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

40 jobs · 27 employers
14
<$100k
14
$100k-120k
3
$120k-140k
7
$140k-160k
2
$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
62% this job
Sign-on bonus
49%
Loan repayment
24%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$80/hr
#2

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$165,000
#3

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$68-$76/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,084 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Nyman Associates

Education Administration Programs
Fort Washington, PA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sick time
401(k)
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
Life insurance
Referral bonuses
Assessment and therapy materials provided
Continuing Education/Professional Development
Mentorship for new school-based PTs

Living in Philadelphia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k
Typical market rent
$1,757/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.