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Physical Therapist (school-based PT)

RCM Health Care Services
Columbia, SC Contractor
POSTED ON 10/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2027
Physical Therapist, PT (School-based)

Compensation Range: $49-54/hour

Location: Columbia, SC; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary
School-based physical therapists help students improve mobility and physical function so they can fully participate in the classroom and throughout the school environment. As related service providers under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), they collaborate with educational teams to develop and implement therapy goals that support each student's access to and success in the general education curriculum. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities
Schedule / Shift:
  • Shift details: School Day Schedule
  • Hours per week: PRN/as needed (2 hours/month)
  • Contract length: School Year
Key Duties
  • Interpret physician orders related to professional area of responsibility
  • Assess gross motor skills and therapeutic equipment needs of students
  • Develop, implement, monitor, and modify treatment plans based on physician orders and assessment of student as appropriate
  • Complete IEP, MET, Medicaid and treatment forms/reports
  • Maintain treatment/progress notes and Medicaid documentation per professional standards
  • Train Paraprofessionals/PTAs on various student plans
  • Regular and predictable attendance
Requirements
Licenses & Certifications
  • Licensed Physical Therapist – State of SC
  • SC Driver’s License
  • Pediatric experience preferred
Skills
  • A passion for working with children
  • The ability to "connect" with staff, children, and parents
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills
  • Creative and flexible
  • Access to personal transportation
Benefits
  • Temporary (Hourly) Roles
  • Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
  • Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30 hours/week
  • Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
  • Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
  • Employees 21 can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan
About Us
RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from the first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation
RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us, and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.


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