Virtual Physical Therapist (PT) - Maternity Leave Coverage - Michigan

Qualifications
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program
• Minimum of 2+ years of school-based experience practicing within the last 5 years
• Active Michigan Physical Therapist license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
• Demonstrated ability to step into an established caseload seamlessly and maintain IEP compliance with minimal onboarding time
• Familiarity with Michigan Special Education Rules (MARSE), Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) guidelines, and digital IEP systems (e.g., Illuminate, TieNet)
• In-depth knowledge of school-based physical therapy models, functional mobility adaptations, positioning, gross motor assessments, and assistive technology
• Strong clinical reasoning, caseload management, and remote interdisciplinary communication skills
• Comfortable navigating telepractice platforms, remote observation tools, and digital conferencing software 

 Key Responsibilities

Caseload Continuity & Direct Teletherapy
• Provide seamless continuity of care for an established school caseload during a designated leave of absence
• Deliver direct virtual individual and small-group therapy sessions aligned with existing IEP goals and service minute mandates
• Implement and adapt evidence-based intervention plans supporting functional mobility, gross motor coordination, posture, core stability, and educational environment access
• Track session attendance, record objective clinical data continuously, and monitor progress toward annual goals

MET & IEP Collaboration
• Participate actively in virtual MET (Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team) and IEP annual review meetings scheduled during the leave window
• Partner closely with special education teachers, general education staff, related service providers (OTs, SLPs), and parents to maintain ongoing student support
• Conduct virtual evaluations or complete triennial re-evaluations as needed to prevent caseload compliance lapses
• Consult with onsite staff regarding student positioning, transfer techniques, equipment use (e.g., standers, gait trainers, adaptive seating), and classroom environmental modifications

Documentation & Transition Oversight
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation of service logs, daily session notes, and quarterly IEP progress reports
• Adhere strictly to Michigan 30-school-day evaluation deadlines, district policies, and federal IDEA mandates
• Ensure all medical prescriptions/physician orders and parental consents remain current and compliant under Michigan guidelines
• Prepare thorough hand-off documentation and caseload status reports to ensure a smooth transition upon the permanent therapist's return

Technology & Telepractice Delivery
• Utilize interactive telepractice tools, visual modeling, and structured home/classroom motor routines to conduct dynamic virtual sessions
• Direct and coordinate with onsite school facilitators, paraprofessionals, and families to position camera angles, ensure physical safety, and assist with gross motor activities
• Troubleshoot basic digital issues and guide educational teams on integrating adaptive equipment into daily school routines

Benefits of Role
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Structured Short-Term Contract / Maternity Leave Coverage
• Available for FT or PT schedules
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours (therapy sessions, evaluations, documentation, and meetings)
• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates
• Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home

For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
📍 (678) 538-6734
📍 [email protected]