at Amergis in Waukegan, Illinois, United States
Job Description
The Physical Therapist is responsible for performing student evaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services in accordance with plan of care developed for each student and per physician’s orders when applicable.
Physical therapist needed for a pre-k student who receives 60 minutes of PT a week, in addition to 5 minutes of consult during the year. PT is needed anytime between 9am and 1pm for 1-2 hours per week (can be any day of the week). There is also availability for ESY (6/15-8/6), however only 30 minutes a week would be needed.
Minimum Requirements:
+ Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
+ Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
+ One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapy experience preferred
+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
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.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | Physical Therapist | Physical Therapist School
Job Type: Contract – Part Time
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0366
Contract Duration: 41
Pay Rate: $120 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-06-09T19:58:48
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