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Eleutheria
Portland, Oregon

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$62/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Pay Range

$55-62/hour

Job Description

Pay $55-62/hour | Portland, OR | Physical Therapist (PT) | School-Based | Full-Time | ASAP-December 18th

Position Details

  • Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Long-Term Leave Coverage (ASAP-December 18th)
  • Portland, OR area
  • IN-PERSON, full-time position
  • Supporting multiple school sites

About the Role

Hello PTs! Come work with a teacher and therapist run company doing what you love! Ampersand Therapy is looking for a Physical Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year in the Portland, OR area. We’re seeking passionate and collaborative professionals who are excited to make a meaningful impact in the school-based setting.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay ($55-62/hour)
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
  • Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals

What You'll Do

  • Provide physical therapy services in the school setting
  • Conduct assessments and write comprehensive evaluation reports
  • Develop and implement IEP goals and therapy plans
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with school teams
  • Partner with teachers and families to support carryover of skills
  • Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and compliance records
  • Monitor student progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

What We're Looking For

  • Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
  • Active Oregon PT License
  • Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred but not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.

*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Key Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services in a school setting, including conducting assessments and developing IEP goals. Collaborate with school teams, teachers, and families to support student progress and maintain compliance records.

Requirements

Requires a Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy and an active Oregon PT license. Experience in school-based or pediatric settings is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

IEP developmentPediatric physical therapySchool-based therapyTreatment planningCollaborationStudent progress monitoring

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 47 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 51% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$122k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Eleutheria a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,195 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution34 jobs · 25 employers

15
<$105k
11
$105k-120k
1
$120k
6
$135k-150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
73%
CME allowance
73% this job
Loan repayment
33%
Relocation assistance
27%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#2

Acute Care Physical Therapist

Sentara Health · Hampton, Virginia

$103k-$149k
#3

Physical Therapist - Studio City

$90k-$140k
#4

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$90k-$140k
+ 32 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Portland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k
Typical market rent
$1,732/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Eleutheria

Health, Wellness & Fitness
Goodyear, Arizona
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

W-2 employment with liability insurance included
Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement between sites
Referral bonuses
Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals