Physical Therapist PT

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$60/hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) – School-Based | Ludlow, VT | Full-Time (40 Hours)/Week | 2026–27 School Year

Boothby Therapy Services is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a school-based pediatric position in Ludlow, VT. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position.

This roles is ideal for PTs interested in pediatric therapy, school-based practice, and a flexible schedule while making a meaningful impact in students' everyday school experience.

  • We welcome new graduates, experienced PTs and retired clinicians interested in returning to practice.
  • Job Details – Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Location: Ludlow, VT
  • Position Type: W2 Employee
  • Schedule: Full-time (40 hours)
  • Pay: $45-60/hour
  • Setting: School-based / Public schools (K–12)
  • School Year: 2026–27
  • PT Responsibilities
  • Depending on licensure and role, responsibilities may include:
  • Provide school-based physical therapy services to pediatric students (K–12)
  • Support students in improving mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and access to their educational environment
  • Deliver direct therapy services, including individual and group sessions
  • Implement student treatment plans and IEP goals
  • Collaborate with special education teams, OTs, SLPs, teachers, and other school professionals
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate
  • Support the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology
  • Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes
  • Communicate student progress with supervising therapists and educational teams
  • Physical Therapists (PTs) may also conduct evaluations, develop plans of care, contribute to IEP development, make clinical recommendations, and provide supervision to PTAs as appropriate.
  • Qualifications – PT

Physical Therapist (PT)

  • Active Vermont Physical Therapist license
  • Degree in Physical Therapy (DPT or equivalent)
  • Interest or experience in pediatrics, schools, or special education preferred
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Work with Boothby Therapy Services?

  • Competitive pay based on role and experience
  • Travel stipend for commuting support
  • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
  • Supportive clinical team and dedicated Service Delivery Manager
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
  • Mission-driven, student-focused organization
  • Benefits (Eligible Employees)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • CEU reimbursement + free professional development
  • License reimbursement
  • Ongoing mentorship and onboarding support
  • Apply Now – School-Based PT | Ludlow, VT

We are actively hiring a Physical Therapists (PT) for this school-based position in Ludlow, VT for the 2026–27 school year.

Apply today to join Boothby Therapy Services and help students build the mobility, independence, and skills they need to participate successfully in their school communities.

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Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct school-based physical therapy services to pediatric students to improve mobility, strength, and educational access. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans, develop IEP goals, and maintain accurate progress documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Vermont Physical Therapist license and a degree in Physical Therapy (DPT or equivalent). Experience or interest in pediatrics, schools, or special education is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Mobility supportStrength trainingBalance trainingCoordination trainingClinical evaluationTreatment planning

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 47 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 60% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Vermont is 98.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Salary Distribution29 jobs · 19 employers

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<$95k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
71%
Loan repayment
39%
Relocation assistance
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,587 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Ludlow

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$659k
Median resident rent
$1,018/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 8.8%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Boothby Therapy Services

Individual and Family Services
Laconia, NH
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay based on role and experience
Travel stipend for commuting support
Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
Supportive clinical team and dedicated Service Delivery Manager
Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off (PTO)