Pediatric Physical Therapist – PT
Listed compensation
$96-$118/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
Job Description
Places You’ll Go Therapy (PYG Therapy) is looking for a licensed Physical Therapist who enjoys helping children improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and functional independence. Provide pediatric physical therapy in children’s natural environments throughout Arizona.
Learn more about PYG Therapy and our approach to pediatric care at pygtherapy.com.
Why Join PYG Therapy?
We’re a therapist-owned company that understands the importance of quality patient care and a schedule that works for you. We’ll work with you to find a schedule that fits your needs while providing consistency for your patients. Our dedicated scheduling team helps build and maintain your caseload so you can focus on helping children make progress.
Compensation and Employment Options
1099 Independent Contractor: $96–$118 per hour
- Minimum of 8 sessions per week
- Consistent weekly scheduling
- Dedicated assistance with building and maintaining your caseload
Part-Time W-2: $84–$105 per hour
- Minimum of 12 sessions per week
- Consistent weekly schedule based on agreed-upon availability
- Paid time off/paid sick leave (PTO/PSL)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
- CPR certification reimbursement
- Article 9 certification reimbursement
Full-Time W-2: $84–$105 per hour
- Minimum of 25 sessions per week
- Consistent weekly schedule based on agreed-upon availability
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off/paid sick leave (PTO/PSL)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Reimbursement for professional license, CPR certification, Article 9 certification, and fingerprint clearance card
- $250 annual CEU reimbursement
- $100 annual toy and therapy equipment reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
Benefits and reimbursements are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and company policies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pediatric physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide interventions to improve strength, balance, mobility, coordination, gross motor skills, and functional independence.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
- Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and other required documentation within established timelines.
- Educate caregivers on activities and strategies to support progress between sessions.
- Collaborate with families and other members of the care team to support patient goals.
Qualifications
- Active Arizona Physical Therapist license.
- Current CPR certification.
- AHCCCS provider ID, as applicable.
- Article 9 certification, as required.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills.
- Pediatric or home-based therapy experience preferred, but not required.
Position Details
Contract, Part-Time, or Full-Time | Arizona | Pediatric therapy in the child’s natural environment.
If you’re passionate about helping children improve their mobility and achieve meaningful functional goals, we’d love to hear from you!
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 34% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $200k–$245k | Pediatrics median $94k (middle half $81k–$104k)477 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$221k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Arizona | 9 active | 449 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 34% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +8.3% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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