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UCP of Central Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona

Physical Therapist (Clinic) (47278)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: UCP of Central Arizona Laura Dozer Main Campus - Phoenix, AZ 85027Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Masters DegreeTravel Percentage: Some travel may be requiredJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesCome join our therapy team!

The UCP of Central Arizona Therapy Program is looking for a physical therapist who has broad clinical knowledge and a strong interest in evaluation and treatment of pediatric motor disorders. The ideal candidate will have experience in robotic gait training and assistive technology.

Are you passionate about children, enjoy with a team of expert clinicians and do you want to be a part of a mission driven company that does meaningful work in the community? Well look no further, UCP just may be the right place for you to call home!

UCP is developing a Motor Disorder Clinic for children in the Southwest and looking for a physical therapist who is passionate about kids with physical disabilities as we are. UCP has a Mobility Clinic, Baby Clinic, Constraint Induced Movement Therapy and collaborate with Ability360 recreational program.

We use best practice for intensives and standard of care. Our therapy team is part of the UCP Nationals Early Detection and Intervention Collaborative in a national network led by our international experts.

If you love children and want to love what you do, call us. $1000 Signing bonus after 6 months of continual employment Location – North Valley, Phoenix, AZ Onsite in clinic services Full Time Benefits include but are not limited to employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) plan with 100% match.* 10 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays per year, time off at the holidays, accrual of sick time, liability insurance, short term disability, unemployment insurance, and paid leave including jury duty and bereavement.

Discounted childcare is also available on site. Professional support includes $500 for license renewal and continuing education allowance* and mentorship by lead site therapists. In-house trainings are often possible. Got student loans? Great news!

UCP is a qualified employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PLSF). * Eligibility criteria exists. Most listed Benefits apply to full time staff. The Laura Dozer Center is a beautiful clinic with outdoor and indoor treatment areas.

A gym with an authentic rock-climbing wall and 70 -feet of the Aretech ZeroG Balance and Gait Trainer track. A dedicated sensory room makes treating children fun. An adjacent inclusive Early Learning Center allows therapists to see children in their natural environments. All evaluations and tools are up to date.

AT UCP OF CENTRAL ARIZONA OUR THERAPY PROGRAMS FOCUS ON UNLOCKING A CHILD’S POTENTIAL UCP of Central Arizona provides comprehensive services to individuals with disabilities and their families by providing physical and developmental support as well as educational growth, which is the foundation for independent living for “Life without Limits.”

In our Therapy program, our team of pediatric Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists have expertise helping children with all disabilities and diagnoses that impact their quality of life.

Our team also works with families who may just need a little extra help and children with complex needs.

Our therapy clinics have several specialized programs for children with motor disorders such as a Baby Clinic, Feeding Clinic, Early Intervention Therapy for Infants and Toddlers, Augmentative and Alternative Communication Program, Robot Assisted Balance & Gait Training, L.I.F.E. Skills Group for pre-teens.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A UCP PHYSICAL THERAPIST As a UCP physical therapist, you will treat children with cerebral palsy and other motor disorders related to genetic disorders, rare disorders, global developmental delays and many other diagnoses that affect the ability of a child to live life without limits.

Knowledge in specialty areas such as early detection of cerebral palsy, robot assisted gait training, and assistive technology will be valued. You will develop treatment plans to help children with gross motor delays, neuromuscular dysfunction, and deficits in mobility and adaptive skills.

Your support team will help you obtain medical documentation needed for a comprehensive assessment. You assess children’s needs quarterly and adjust the plan of care accordingly. You keep detailed documentation regarding billing, insurance, evaluations, progress, treatment, and discharge.

Each week you meet with the team at a Team Meeting. You develop personalized home activities to empower families and help parents make informed decisions about care. When necessary, you refer families out to additional educational or medical services. At UCP, you can use your expertise to unlock the potential of the children we serve.

Qualifications

Minimum: Master's degree in Physical Therapy, with a pediatric internship. Verifiable experience writing prescriptive programs. Preferred: Master's degree in Physical Therapy, with one or more years of experience working with children with developmental or multiple disabilities.

Verifiable experience developing and implementing IFSP/IEP's in conjunction with a multi-disciplinary team. Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licenses/Certificates: Must possess Registered Physical Therapist License. Must possess a valid driver’s license and adequate insurance coverage per UCP policy.

Requirements

Must meet agency licensure standards for fingerprinting, CPR and First aid. Advanced computer skills. Ability to use technology on hardware devices, mobile phones and software programs. Must have internet access. Must have reliable transportation with daily access to vehicle.

UCP of Central Arizona is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have.

The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and UCP’s achievement as well. UCP of Central Arizona is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will evaluate and treat children with motor disorders, developing personalized treatment plans to improve mobility and adaptive skills. They will also collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and empower families through home activity programs and regular progress assessments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Physical Therapy and possess a valid Registered Physical Therapist license. Experience with pediatric populations and the ability to develop prescriptive programs are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient assessmentIFSP/IEP development

Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 48% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 16.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Pediatrics (Physical Therapy) listings

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Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,574/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About UCP of Central Arizona

Non-profit Organizations
Vienna, Virginia
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k) plan with 100% match
10 days PTO
10 paid holidays
Time off at holidays
Sick time accrual