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Nashoba Learning Group
Physical Therapist (School-Based)
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$96,452 / year median in Massachusetts
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Why Join NLG as a Physical Therapist? Consistent daytime schedule (Monday-Friday, no nights or weekends) One remote workday per week Manageable consultative caseload Over 7 weeks of paid time off (Holiday, Closures, PTO) Opportunity to work across Day School and Adult Services programs Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment Join a mission-driven organization that prioritizes dignity, autonomy, and connection About Us Nashoba Learning Group (NLG) is a non-profit educational organization serving children, adolescents, and adults with autism through our Day School and Adult Services programs. We are committed to compassionate, evidence-based practices that center dignity, trust, and respect. Our work is grounded in collaboration—across disciplines and with families—to ensure meaningful, functional outcomes for the individuals we support. Our Adult Services program supports individuals ages 22+ in building independence, communication, and life skills, while our Day School programs provide highly individualized educational and therapeutic supports for students with diverse learning needs. Physical Therapist Role Summary The Physical Therapist provides consultative physical therapy services across NLG's Day School and Adult Services programs. This role is ideal for a PT who enjoys collaboration, program development, and coaching staff while maintaining a consistent daytime schedule. You'll work closely with teachers, therapists, clinical staff, and the PT Department Supervisor to design, implement, and support individualized PT programming that promotes independence, regulation, and participation across settings. What Physical Therapists Do at NLG Consulting to a full time caseload of 30-35 allocations across day school (students) and adult services (members) Develop PT programs and train teachers, therapists, and clinical staff in implementation Collaborate with clinical teams to develop IEP and DHSP objectives