Remote Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$53-$62/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide remote/virtual physical therapy services to school-aged students. This position is ideal for a PT who enjoys working with children and collaborating with school teams while having the flexibility of working from home.
Position Details
- Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
- Setting: School-Based / Teletherapy
- Location: 100% Remote
- Schedule: Part-time or full-time, depending on caseload
- Employment Type: W-2 or 1099, depending on assignment
- Compensation: $53-$62 per hour.
- Part Time Position: 5-10 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Provide virtual physical therapy services to students in accordance with their IEPs.
- Conduct evaluations and assessments as appropriate.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and goals.
- Complete progress reports, documentation, and other required school records.
Participate virtually in IEP meetings and collaborate with teachers, parents, special education staff, and other related-service providers.
Monitor student progress and make recommendations regarding accommodations, equipment, positioning, and school-based mobility needs.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with district and state requirements.
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Physical Therapist license in the state where services will be provided.
- Previous pediatric or school-based experience preferred.
- Teletherapy experience is a plus.
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
- Reliable computer, high-speed internet connection, and appropriate private workspace.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive and flexible work environment, remote work opportunities, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ ability to access and participate in their educational environment.
This is a remote position.
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, 43% have no call, 85% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Speech 101 Therapy holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 6 active listings.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Remote Physical Therapist at Speech 101 Therapy a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,135 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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