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PT - Outpatient

Planet Healthcare
Charles, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Pediatrics Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

Advance your career in pediatric physical therapy! We are hiring two dedicated Physical Therapists (PT) for permanent, full-time or part-time positions in an outpatient pediatric clinic in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Join our supportive healthcare team and help infants, children, and adolescents achieve their developmental milestones in a vibrant Louisiana community.

Physical Therapist Job Details

  • Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Pediatrics
  • Location: Lake Charles, LA 70605 – Southwest Louisiana healthcare jobs in a friendly, growing community near the Gulf Coast
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time Physical Therapist positions
  • Start Date: December 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible)
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, no weekends; flexible hours (full-time 40 hours/week or part-time options)
  • Shift: 8-hour day shifts
  • Compensation: $50 per hour (equivalent to $104,000/year for full-time Physical Therapists).
  • Relocation Bonus: $2,500 for out-of-state candidates relocating for Lake Charles physical therapy jobs
  • Openings: 2 Physical Therapist positions available

Physical Therapist Qualifications

  • Active Louisiana state Physical Therapy license (required for all PT jobs in Louisiana)
  • Clean background check (required)
  • At least 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist preferred (new graduate PTs welcome to apply)
  • Experience or comfort working with a 100% pediatric patient population (infants to 18 years old)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills for collaborative healthcare environments
  • Knowledge of neurological, musculoskeletal, and orthopedic manual therapy techniques
  • Familiarity with pediatric rehabilitative treatment techniques and therapy standards

Physical Therapist Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality pediatric physical therapy services to infants, children, and adolescents
  • Communicate progress and therapy goals with parents, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Document therapy sessions, maintain accurate daily notes, and complete evaluations
  • Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other clinical professionals
  • Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, activities, and adaptive equipment
  • Ensure compliance with pediatric physical therapy regulatory and practice standards
  • Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and build positive relationships with community healthcare resources
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to a positive, supportive team environment

Why Choose Lake Charles, Louisiana? Lake Charles offers a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation, festivals, and the scenic Gulf Coast. Discover rewarding Louisiana physical therapy jobs and enjoy a high quality of life while making a difference in pediatric healthcare.

Apply now to join our pediatric physical therapy team in Lake Charles, LA, and help children achieve their fullest potential! Start your next healthcare career chapter today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary : $104,000

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