Pediatric Physical Therapist
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Job Description
Our client is a pediatric-focused clinic dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential through compassionate, individualized care. They serve children and families in a supportive, collaborative environment where therapy is engaging, goal-oriented, and family-centered.
Our client believes therapy should be engaging, empowering, and rooted in strong family partnerships. If you are passionate about helping children move, grow, and thrive in a positive and encouraging setting, they would love to meet you.
Position Summary
Our client is seeking a licensed Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide high-quality therapeutic services to children with a variety of developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and sensory-motor challenges. The ideal candidate is compassionate, energetic, and committed to helping children build strength, mobility, coordination, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and assess pediatric patients using standardized and clinical assessment tools
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on each child’s needs and goals
- Provide one-on-one therapy sessions in a clinic-based setting
- Educate and coach families on home exercise programs and progress strategies
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with state and payer requirements
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other team members
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive clinic culture
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Active South Carolina Physical Therapy license (or eligible for licensure)
- Pediatric experience preferred (new graduates with strong pediatric interest encouraged to apply)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport with children and families
- CPR certification
Preferred Experience
- Experience with early intervention, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, torticollis, gait abnormalities, and gross motor delays
- Familiarity with sensory integration principles
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary pediatric setting
What Our Client Offers
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Paid time off and holidays (for full-time employees)
- Health benefits package
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and possess an active South Carolina license or be eligible for one. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children and families are essential.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist at Allora a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 461 active Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 48% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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