Pediatric Physical Therapist | No Nights or Weekends | New Grads Welcome

No Nights. No Weekends. No Holidays. Mentorship Available.

Looking for a pediatric therapy career where you can grow professionally while maintaining work-life balance?

Child & Family Development (C&FD) is seeking Physical Therapists at all experience levels to join our award-winning pediatric outpatient practice serving children and families throughout the Charlotte region.

Whether you are a new graduate looking for structured mentorship or an experienced clinician seeking autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, C&FD offers an environment where you can thrive.

For more than 45 years, Child & Family Development has been a trusted provider of pediatric therapy services and is proud to be the longest-standing private outpatient pediatric therapy practice in the Charlotte area. We have been recognized as Charlotte's Best and Best of North Carolina for Children's and Adolescent Therapy Services, reflecting our commitment to exceptional care and a clinician-focused culture.

• Why Physical Therapists Choose C&FD
• No nights, weekends, or holiday schedules
• Award-winning pediatric therapy organization
• Structured mentorship and onboarding program
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care model
• Clinical autonomy and professional respect
• Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialty development
• Stable, established practice with strong community roots

Designed for New Graduates

We Welcome New Graduates and Provide

• Structured onboarding and mentorship
• Ongoing clinical support from experienced pediatric therapists
• Collaborative learning with Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychology, ABA, and Education teams
• A supportive environment to build confidence and pediatric expertise

Designed for Experienced Physical Therapists

Experienced Clinicians Will Enjoy

• Clinical autonomy and professional independence
• Opportunities to develop specialty areas of interest
• Mentorship and leadership opportunities
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• A culture that values your expertise and clinical judgment

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist provides pediatric evaluations and treatment services to help children achieve their highest level of function and participation. Therapists work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver individualized, family-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric physical therapy evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Participate in care coordination and team collaboration
• Deliver family-centered, developmentally appropriate care

Qualifications

• Required
• Active North Carolina Physical Therapy License (or eligibility for licensure)
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care
• Preferred
• Pediatric experience
• Outpatient pediatric therapy experience

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive Base Plus compensation model that rewards clinicians for serving children and families while maintaining work-life balance.

Total earning potential up to $94,000+ annually, based on caseload, productivity, and experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and professional development support.

Why Join Child & Family Development?

At Child & Family Development, we believe great clinicians provide the best care when they are supported, respected, and empowered to grow. Our team is committed to creating a positive and collaborative environment where therapists can build meaningful careers while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

Watch our team Video to learn more about life at Child & Family Development.

Apply Today

Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of pediatric experience, we'd love to talk with you about joining our team.

Apply today and discover why therapists have chosen Child & Family Development for more than 45 years.