Physical Therapist - Pediatric Outpatient - CHOR Therapy Center Fredericksburg
Listed compensation
$76k-$117k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by October 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply
The Physical Therapist Clinician II is primarily responsible for the delivery of physical therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record.
The therapist acts as a consultant to various patient populations.
The Physical Therapist Clinician II provides instruction to OT/PT support staff, PT students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. Therapists may rotate through our various clinical service areas.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Physical Therapist Experience PREFERRED: N/A Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy Education/training PREFERRED: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy Successful challenge of the VCUHS Physical Therapy Clinical Ladder Independent action(s) required: Patient evaluation and implementation of intervention programs, discharge planning.
Ordering equipment. Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Physical Therapist Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, students, and volunteers.
Employee is a senior member of a self-directed team and applies his knowledge and experience in daily clinic problem solving. The team will bring unresolved issues to departmental manager for assistance and guidance in their resolution.
Additional position requirements: Employee is expected to share in weekend and holiday schedule expectations of the department or have a fluctuation of daily work hours from 8 AM to 7 PM based on patient population needs.
Age Specific groups served: Pediatrics, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Ranges
- Physical Therapist I: $68,660.80 - $106,433.60
- Physical Therapist II: $75,524.80 - $117,083.20
- Physical Therapist III: $83,096.00 - $128,772.80
Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist is responsible for delivering physical therapy care to pediatric patients and documenting treatment in medical records. They also provide instruction to support staff and students while participating in discharge planning and clinical rounds.
Requirements
Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. A minimum of one year of work experience and graduation from an accredited School of Physical Therapy are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $76k–$117k | Pediatrics median $98k (middle half $93k–$110k)19 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$95k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Virginia | 19 active | 450 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | Virginia Physical Therapist listings: 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 24% offer loan repayment829 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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