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Rockville Centre, New York

Pediatric Physical Therapist- Outpatient

Physical TherapistNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$105k

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Job Description

Company Description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to build lasting bonds with patients, doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Job Description

Metro is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and skilled FULL-TIME Physical Therapist dedicated to helping patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Our clinics feature a well-trained support staff and state-of-the-art space and equipment. Join a growing organization that values a progressive, supportive, and innovative team culture!

We are looking for someone with an interest in treating either a full pediatric caseload or a combination of pediatric and orthopedic patients.

All experience levels are encouraged to apply; we will train the right new graduate.

Why Choose Metro?

Mentorship Program- An exclusive mentorship program that strengthens clinical reasoning, refines hands-on skills, and builds confidence as an independent practitioner.

Leadership Development Programs- Structured leadership development programs that help you strengthen your clinical skills and gain the knowledge, support, and tools to excel as a future leader in the field.

Commitment to Personalized Care- Manageable caseloads that provide the time and flexibility to deliver thoughtful, individualized treatment.

Student Loan Repayment Program- A tax-free student loan reimbursement program designed to help ease the financial burden of educational debt.

Generous Incentive Plan- Performance-based incentives that offer additional earning potential beyond base compensation.

Invest in your Education- Up to a $1,500 CEU stipend per year, plus all expenses paid for any specialty certifications towards Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS or WCS. Access to unlimited online CEU’s.

Endless Opportunities for Career Growth- Our expanding and evolving organization offers diverse career paths and leadership roles across multiple specialties and departments, giving you room to grow and advance your professional journey.

Board Exam Support- In-house 1:1 tutoring to help you feel confident and prepared for the NPTE.

Touro OCS Residency Partnership- An opportunity to pursue your Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) Residency at Metro while working full-time—100% funded by Metro.

AI-assisted Documentation- Streamline notetaking with cutting-edge technology, allowing you to focus more on patient care and less on paperwork.

Qualifications

Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New York or eligible.

Pediatric Experience Preferred

Ability to evaluate a patient’s need for physical therapy and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.

Experience instructing family members, PTA's, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques.

  • Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.
  • Additional Information
  • What We Offer!
  • Competitive compensation package
  • 401(k) plan with company matching options
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
  • New York's 529 College Savings Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

  • Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
  • FSA Plans- pretax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
  • Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration
  • And much more!

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000-$105,000. Salary is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.

Compensation: USD 85000 - USD 105000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will develop and implement personalized treatment plans to help pediatric and orthopedic patients reach their functional goals. They will also provide instruction to family members and support staff on appropriate physical therapy techniques.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Pediatric physical therapyOrthopedic physical therapyPatient evaluationTreatment planning

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist- Outpatient at US Physical Therapy a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 519 active Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 41 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 51% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 519 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call

Living in Rockville Centre

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$983k≈ 11.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,422/mo≈ 48% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
37 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About US Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Garden City, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Mentorship Program
Leadership Development Programs
Manageable Caseloads
Student Loan Repayment Program
Generous Incentive Plan
Up to $1,500 CEU stipend per year
All expenses paid for specialty certifications (Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS, WCS)
Unlimited online CEUs