School Physical Therapist
Santa Barbara, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

Position Overview

The School-Based Physical Therapist supports students with physical, motor, and mobility needs to ensure access to the educational environment. This role provides direct therapy, conducts evaluations, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to IEP development within a school setting.

Hours: M-F School Based; 40 hours a week

Locations: 3 school sites *Gas reimbursment included (Santa Barbara Area)

Start Date: August 2026 - June 2027

Weekly pay & Benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive PT evaluations to determine students’ motor, mobility, and functional needs in alignment with IDEA requirements.

• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans that support academic participation and functional independence.

• Provide direct and consultative PT services in classrooms, therapy rooms, and school environments.

• Collaborate with IEP teams including teachers, OTs, SLPs, psychologists, and families to set measurable goals.

• Document progress and maintain compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines.

• Train school staff on safe lifting, positioning, adaptive equipment use, and mobility supports.

• Recommend adaptive equipment such as walkers, standers, seating systems, and orthotics.

• Support safe transportation and mobility throughout the school campus, including bus loading and emergency procedures.

• Participate in RTI/MTSS processes to support early intervention and student success.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current state PT license (or eligibility for licensure).

• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred.

• Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.

Work Environment

• School-based setting (elementary, middle, or high school).

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

• Mix of direct therapy, consultation, and mobility support across campus.

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.