Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job Title
Physical Therapist
Pay Range
$40-47/hour
Job Description
Physical Therapist | up to $47/hour | Gastonia, NC | 2026-2027 School Year Position
Details
- 2026-2027 School Year
- In-person position
About the Role
Hi, PTs! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a school-based position in Gastonia, NC. You’ll support students' lives working in-person with students to support mobility, function, and participation at school.
Why Join Us
- Competitive pay ($50-60/hour)
- W-2 employment with liability insurance included
- Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
- Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
- Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
What You’ll Do
- Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for students (pediatric caseload)
- Write and maintain IEPs, therapy plans, progress notes, and required documentation
- Attend and contribute to IEP and multidisciplinary special education team meetings
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student success
What We’re Looking For
- Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in North Carolina, or licensed in another state and willing to obtain NC licensure ASAP
- Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- School-based experience preferred, not required
About Ampersand Therapy
Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.
Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.
Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for a pediatric caseload. Maintain IEPs, therapy plans, and documentation while collaborating with teachers and families to support student success.
Requirements
Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in North Carolina or eligible to obtain licensure. Pediatric or school-based experience is preferred but not required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 46% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
In North Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (399 salary observations; 1,735 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,282 salary observations; 53,962 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 ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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