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Tri-County Therapy
Ladson, South Carolina

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistContract

Listed compensation

$65k-$90k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

At Tri-County Therapy (TCT) our mission is to deliver exceptional, evidence-based care while fostering a team of passionate professionals who are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact.

At TCT, we believe the best outcomes come from working together. Our multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), and Physical Therapists (PT) partners closely to provide comprehensive care in our clinics, as well as in homes, schools, and community settings.

We have locations in Charleston, Ladson, Mount Pleasant, Greenville, and Anderson, and have bulit a reputation for clinical excellence and family-centered care. When you join TCT, you'll become part of a team dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential while building a rewarding career of your own.

We Are Currently Hiring for A

Full-Time Mixed Community + Clinic based PT treating in the Ladson clinic and a few mornings in the North Charleston community (office, homes, preschools, early intervention)

Independent Contractor- Clinic based PT treating in the Ladson clinic (must also treat PM hours 3:30-5:30 for days worked)

Physical Therapist Job Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat children with a variety of developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and gross motor needs.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans and home exercise programs to help children achieve their goals.

Provide evidence-based therapy to improve strength, balance, coordination, mobility, and functional independence.

Assess the need for orthotics, adaptive equipment, and other supports, and collaborate with families throughout the process.

Deliver high-quality, family-centered care while educating caregivers on strategies to support progress at home.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation, including evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.

Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and other providers to deliver coordinated care.

Manage a diverse pediatric caseload while providing compassionate, engaging therapy that helps children reach their full potential.

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program (or equivalent degree recognized by the APTA).

  • Current or eligible for South Carolina Physical Therapy licensure.
  • Pediatric experience through employment or clinical rotations.

Strong understanding of child development and pediatric motor skill progression from birth through adolescence.

Full-Time TCT Benefits

  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Continuing Education Programs
  • Professional CEU Scholarship Opportunities
  • Short Term-Disability Insurance Options
  • Life & Vision Insurance Options
  • Covered Professional Liability Insurance iPad and Therapy Equipment

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat children with various developmental, neurological, and orthopedic needs while developing individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and families to provide evidence-based, family-centered care across clinic and community settings.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and be licensed or eligible for licensure in South Carolina. Previous pediatric experience through employment or clinical rotations is required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Pediatric Physical TherapyDevelopmental TherapyNeurological RehabilitationOrthopedic RehabilitationGross Motor Skill DevelopmentTreatment PlanningEvidence-based PracticeMobility TrainingAdaptive Equipment AssessmentClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPediatric AssessmentCaregiver Education

Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 52% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$83k in purchasing powerSouth Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in South Carolina11 active449 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 52% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedSouth Carolina Physical Therapist listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 24% offer loan repayment523 active listings, Oct 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+2.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 449 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Tri-County Therapy

Medical Practices
Ladson, South Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Continuing Education Programs
Professional CEU Scholarship Opportunities
Short-Term Disability Insurance Options

Living in Ladson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$296k≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,665/mo≈ 31% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.0
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.