Pediatric Physical Therapist

$114k to $146k

La Mesa, CAContractPosted Oct 16, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

Small. Talk Pediatric Therapy , a San Diego Tribune Top Workplace 2026, is looking for a fun, self-driven Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide services in our Child Development Center (CDC) / daycare partner locations. We’re therapist-owned, therapist-run, and passionate about helping every child reach their greatest potential.

If you love early intervention, thrive in collaborative environments, and enjoy working with little ones in natural settings — this could be the perfect fit.

Position Overview

🕒 Per diem role ⏰ Approximately 2–3 hours per day 📍 One daycare/CDC location per day 📅 Flexible scheduling options 👶 Must have Early Intervention (EI) experience, including children under 1 year old This role is ideal for a PT who enjoys focused, meaningful sessions in a consistent setting without traveling between multiple sites in one day.

What You’ll Do Provide physical therapy services in a daycare/CDC setting Treat infants and young children using play-based, developmentally appropriate interventions Collaborate closely with on-site Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists Educate teachers and caregivers on positioning, mobility, and developmental strategies Complete documentation in our easy-to-use EMR What We’re Looking For Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in California Strong Early Intervention experience, especially with infants under 12 months Independent, proactive, and confident in daycare-based service delivery Collaborative team player Positive, engaging personality who loves working with young children Why Small.

Talk? 🏆 Therapist-owned & therapist-run 🎉 Supportive, collaborative team culture 💡 Administrative support — we handle scheduling and billing 📈 Opportunities to grow within a highly respected pediatric therapy company 💰 Competitive per diem compensation Our Mission Helping EVERY child in San Diego reach their greatest potential.

If you’re ready to make an impact in early development while enjoying flexibility and a supportive team — apply today and join the Small. Talk family! Salary $55 - $70 per hour

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