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Southland Pediatric Therapy
Beaufort, South Carolina

Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) – Beaufort, SC | PRN or W-2

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$50-$75/hr

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Job Description

Now Hiring

Southland Pediatric Therapy is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist to join our Beaufort-area team — immediate openings available.

This position focuses on delivering pediatric therapy in the natural environment—homes, daycares, and community settings—where children thrive best.

We are a privately-owned company, proudly serving Georgia and South Carolina since 2006. Our mission is to broaden the life of every child we encounter through compassionate and exceptional therapy services.

What We Offer

  • (Available for both employees and 1099 contractors)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Natural environment-based caseloads
  • Full-time or part-time options
  • Competitive pay with productivity incentives
  • CEU, license, and liability insurance reimbursement
  • Mentorship and leadership opportunities
  • Workers' comp coverage (both roles)
  • Health, dental, and life insurance (W-2 only)
  • 401(k) with company match (W-2 only)
  • Paid time off (W-2 only)

What We're Looking For

  • Active SC Physical Therapy license or ability toobtain
  • Pediatric experience preferred (not required)
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Strong communication and time management skills

Why Southland Therapy?

We are so confident in our company culture and support system that, at your request, we will provide contact information for current Southland therapists. You'll have the opportunity to speak with them directly and ask any questions about our company and available opportunities.

Benefits & Job Offers May Include

  • Employment or Contract Options – Choose the flexibility that works for you
  • Productivity Incentives – Get rewarded for your dedication
  • Flexible Schedules – Enjoy work-life balance
  • Leadership & Mentorship Growth Opportunities – Advance in your career
  • Worker's Compensation Coverage – Available for both employment and contract roles
  • License & Liability Insurance Reimbursement – Reduce your out-of-pocket expenses
  • Annual CEU Reimbursement – Continue your professional development

Comprehensive Benefits Package (For Eligible Employees)

  • 401(k) with Matching
  • Dental, Health, & Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Join our team today — apply now to learn more!

Key Responsibilities

Deliver pediatric physical therapy services in natural environments including homes, daycares, and community settings. Collaborate with a team to provide compassionate and exceptional care to children.

Requirements

Must hold an active South Carolina Physical Therapy license or have the ability to obtain one. Previous pediatric experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

CollaborationIndependent work

Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context

Southland Pediatric Therapy holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 16 active listings.

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 48% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

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

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $139k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution24 jobs · 21 employers

5
<$100k
8
$100k-120k
1
$128k
9
$140k-160k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 21 employers

CME allowance
73% this job
401k / retirement match
65% this job
Sign-on bonus
31%
Loan repayment
4%
Relocation assistance
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · Escondido, California

$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) – PRNPer Diem

Concierge Home Care · St. Cloud, Florida

$70-$100/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
#4

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Bergen County)

$72-$95/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 506 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Beaufort

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$389k
Typical market rent
$1,782/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Southland Pediatric Therapy

Medical Practices
Savannah, GA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Scheduling
Productivity Incentives
CEU Reimbursement
License Reimbursement
Liability Insurance Reimbursement
Mentorship and Leadership Opportunities
Workers' Compensation Coverage
Health Insurance (W-2 only)