Physical Therapist I- Outpatient

This Pediatrics position at Children’s National Hospital is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in District of Columbia.

Key skills and qualifications: Physical therapy, Pediatric physical therapy, Therapeutic exercise, Orthotics, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Discharge planning, Clinical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating pediatric patients with various disabilities in an outpatient setting. They must collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans, document patient progress, and provide education to families.