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Kinetic Pediatric Therapy
Kinston, North Carolina

Physical Therapist-Lenoir County Schools

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$52/hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist - Join Our Close-Knit, Therapist-Led Team!

Lenoir County Schools

Now hiring for January 2027 start date!

Are you a Physical Therapist looking for a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter?

Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc., a company founded and operated by experienced therapists and educational professionals, offers a unique opportunity to grow your career within a close-knit, multidisciplinary team.

We pride ourselves on fostering a connected work culture while providing exceptional compensation, benefits, and clear pathways for advancement.

About Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc.

At Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc., we believe in a multidisciplinary team approach to provide the best care. Our company was built by therapists for therapists, ensuring a deep understanding of your professional needs and aspirations. You'll work alongside dedicated colleagues in a supportive atmosphere that values your expertise and encourages continuous learning.

Requirements

  • NC Physical Therapist license
  • At least one year of school PT experience strongly preferred

Why Choose Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc.?

We are committed to the well-being and professional development of our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

Generous Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Long-Term Job Stability: Build a lasting career with a company that values its employees.

Excellent Administrative Support: Focus on what you do best – providing exceptional therapy – with our robust administrative team handling the rest.

Diverse Settings & Clients: Experience a variety of clinical settings and client populations, enriching your professional experience. These are school-based positions that might include services provided by schools in headstarts or daycares, etc., with most positions being in a school setting.

Opportunities for Growth & Advancement: We invest in your future with annual supplies stipends, and clear paths for career progression.

Bridge Program: Access to The Stepping Stones Group exclusive Bridge Program, offering free, unlimited live and recorded continuing education modules that are credentialed by the respective professional licensure boards and/or associations.

Mentorship for New Professionals: If you're newer to the field, benefit from personalized guidance and support from experienced mentors.

Electronic Medical Records: Streamlined documentation for efficiency. Computers are provided.

  • Mileage Reimbursement & Travel Time: If applicable, we ensure you're compensated for travel between locations.
  • Direct Deposit / Financial Services Package: Convenient and secure financial management.
  • 12-month Pay Plan: Enjoy year round pay and benefits!

Full-Time Benefits Include

  • Paid Holidays (10), Paid Vacation Days (10), Paid Sick Leave (48 hours)
  • Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, AD&D Insurance Plans
  • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance (covers maternity leave*)
  • AFLAC insurance available
  • Retirement: 401k and/or Roth IRA; company matches and no waiting period for vesting
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Continuing Education
  • Professional Liability Insurance

*terms apply

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Choose a path that aligns with your values, interests, skills, and aspirations. Join Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. and embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration within a truly supportive and professional family.

Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. is a proud member of The Stepping Stones Group. Enjoy the reach and resources of a national company with a close-knit local team and a well-known unique culture that is team member friendly. Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. also has an exceptional reputation with school districts. As a part of Stepping Stones Group, you have access to jobs in most of the US if you were to relocate without changing employers.

Click below to apply, visit Kinetic Pediatric Therapy or email david@kptkids.com.

Key Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to students within a school-based setting, including headstarts and daycares. Maintain accurate electronic medical records and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

School-based TherapyCollaborationClinical Assessment

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

In North Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (356 salary observations; 1,495 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,235 salary observations; 46,867 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution32 jobs · 20 employers

11
<$100k
11
$100k-110k
9
$110k-120k
0
$120k-130k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
78% this job
Sign-on bonus
75%
Loan repayment
38%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#2

Clinic Manager Physical Therapist - Winston Salem, NC

Pivot Physical Therapy · Winston-Salem, North Carolina

$69k-$116k
#3

Physical Therapist - Bardonia, NY

$75k-$115k
#4

Physical Therapist

$100k-$115k
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,956 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Kinston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$171k
Typical market rent
$1,213/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
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 Kinetic Pediatric Therapy

Medical Practices
Greenville, North Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

12-month Pay Plan
Paid Holidays (10)
Paid Vacation Days (10)
Paid Sick Leave (48 hours)
Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, AD&D Insurance Plans
Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
AFLAC insurance available
401k and/or Roth IRA with company match and no waiting period for vesting