⭐ Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) / Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Charlotte, NC & Indian Land, SC | Flexible Schedule | SIGN-ON BONUS |New Grads Welcome!
Are you a passionate, dedicated Physical Therapist or PTA who loves helping children grow, strengthen, and thrive? Join Handprints and Footsteps Pediatric Therapy, LLC, a therapist-owned clinic with an exceptional reputation and a warm, family-centered culture.
We are seeking skilled, compassionate PTs and PTAs to join our multidisciplinary team—and we proudly welcome new graduates with structured mentoring and support.
⭐ About Us
Handprints and Footsteps Pediatric Therapy, LLC is a therapist-owned, family-centered practice serving children in the greater Charlotte area. We provide Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Physical Therapy in a collaborative, supportive environment designed to bring out the best in both our patients and our team.
We are committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and creating a positive, playful atmosphere where children feel supported and therapists feel valued.
We also proudly offer structured mentoring for new graduates to ensure a confident and successful start in pediatric practice.
⭐ Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough evaluations and review patient medical histories
- Develop individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plans
- Provide therapy using evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic activities, exercises, manual therapy, and modalities
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Educate families on home programs to support carryover and ongoing success
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, holistic care
- Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries in our user-friendly EMR
⭐ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy
- Current PT or PTA licensure in North Carolina and/or South Carolina
- Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Pediatric and/or private practice experience preferred—
but new graduates are strongly encouraged to apply (mentoring provided!)
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Strong time-management and organizational abilities
⭐ Why You’ll Love Working Here
- SIGN-ON BONUS to welcome you to the team!
- Therapist-Owned Practice: Your clinical voice matters, and your ideas are welcomed.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside caring PTs, OTs, and SLPs who truly support one another.
- Mentoring for New Graduates: We love helping new PTs/PTAs grow with confidence.
- Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance.
- Positive, Family-Centered Culture: A warm environment where both staff and families feel at home.
- Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families every day.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
