Temporary Pediatric Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$48-$56/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a 12-week temporary assignment supporting our pediatric therapy clinics in Conroe and The Woodlands, Texas.
This position is an excellent opportunity for a PT looking for a short-term assignment with a full caseload from day one and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced pediatric therapy team.
Position Details
- Assignment Length: 12 weeks
- Start Date: January 4, 2027
- Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Locations: Conroe and The Woodlands, TX
- Caseload: Full schedule at both locations upon starting
- Employment Type: Temporary / Travel Assignment
- Salary Range: $48-$56 per billable hour (unit based); $70 per evaluation
What You'll Do
- Provide high-quality physical therapy services to pediatric patients
- Evaluate and treat patients based on individualized goals and treatment plans
- Collaborate with families and other members of the therapy team
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Provide family education and recommendations to support progress outside of therapy
- Transition smoothly into an established caseload and clinic schedule
Why COLE Health?
At Cole Health, you'll join a team of clinicians who are passionate about helping children reach their potential. This assignment offers the opportunity to step into an established pediatric caseload, make an immediate impact, and experience the supportive culture of our clinics.
Qualifications
- Current Texas Physical Therapist license in state of Texas
- Pediatric experience preferred
- Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to work at both the Conroe and The Woodlands locations
Interested in joining Cole Health for this 12-week assignment? Apply today!
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Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality physical therapy services to pediatric patients by evaluating and treating them based on individualized goals. Collaborate with families and the therapy team while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Temporary Pediatric Physical Therapist at Cole Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 506 active Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 36% 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 Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$108k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$108k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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