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Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Job Posting Title Physical Therapist - Pediatrics (Per Diem)

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Compensation

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Job Description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Description:

Pediatric PT - Per Diem

Position Purpose

Physical Therapist (Family Life Center) - to create a distinctive and exceptional therapeutic space for infants and children that will improve their health and quality of life.

Improving access and opportunity to children from poor communities with limited resources will be instrumental in improving health equity and decreasing disparities.

This uniquely created area will design and implement programs to improve the individual child’s areas of need and increase overall function and participation.

Individualized assessments, treatment plans, progress assessments and goals will be monitored at each session with family input and in accordance with each child’s abilities towards achieving optimal function and movement and prevention of injury.

What You Will Do

*Evaluations are conducted with thoroughness and efficiency, including appropriate tests and measurements.

  • Sets functional, realistic, and measurable goals and the patient demonstrates consistent achievement of those goals.
  • Designs a functional treatment plan that is reflective of prescribed therapy and incorporates applicable reimbursement issues.
  • Re-evaluates and discharges patients within appropriate time frames.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy is required.

Experience & Skills

New Grads and Experienced PT's welcome. Prefer Pediatric experience.

Licensure/Certification

Must be a Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Florida is required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will design and implement individualized treatment plans to improve the health and functional movement of pediatric patients. They are responsible for conducting thorough evaluations, setting measurable goals, and monitoring progress through family-centered care.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and hold a valid license in the State of Florida. While new graduates are welcome, previous experience in a pediatric setting is preferred.

Key Skills

Pediatric Physical TherapyPatient EvaluationTreatment PlanningFunctional Goal SettingRehabilitationInjury PreventionClinical Documentation

Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $114k (middle half $103k–$135k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Florida20 active450 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 34% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Pediatrics pay trend+8.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

37 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

37 jobs · 29 employers
13
<$100k
12
$100k-115k
8
$115k-130k
1
$135k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 29 employers
401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
72%
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
28%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

School Physical Therapist (PT)

Strides Therapy and Educational Services · Baltimore, Maryland

$70-$73/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - Hayward

CVHCare · Hayward, California

$150k
#3

Travel Physical Therapist

$70/hr
#4

Physical Therapist (PT)

$80k-$135k
+ 35 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 447 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Fort Lauderdale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$647k
Typical market rent
$2,697/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.