Pediatric Setting
Pediatric Therapy Jobs With Dedicated Mentorship
Travel pediatric therapists earn a guaranteed minimum of $100,000-$130,000+ per year net, after taxes, with Gold Coast in 2026 for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists. Pediatric therapy covers a range of settings where therapists work with children on speech, motor, sensory, and developmental goals, and Gold Coast places clinicians in school-based programs, outpatient clinics, early intervention, and pediatric home health across all 50 states.
Pediatric assignments at a glance:
- School-based, outpatient, and home health pediatric settings
- Guaranteed minimum of NET $100,000-$130,000+ per year (PT, OT, SLP)
- Free 1:1 mentorship from dedicated pediatric clinicians
- Placements in all 50 states, travel and permanent
- New graduate placements actively supported
- 98% on-time start rate since founding
We place PT, PTA, OT, COTA, and SLP clinicians in pediatric roles nationwide.
About Pediatric Therapy
What Is Pediatric Therapy?
Pediatric therapy is the clinical practice of treating children from birth through adolescence who face developmental delays, congenital conditions, injuries, neurological disorders, and sensory processing challenges. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists working in pediatric settings help children reach developmental milestones, build functional independence, and participate fully in school and daily life.
Pediatric therapists work closely with families, teachers, and care teams to create individualized treatment plans. Whether a child is learning to walk for the first time, developing fine motor skills for handwriting, or processing sensory input in a classroom, pediatric clinicians provide the skilled intervention that makes progress possible.
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing places physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and speech-language pathologists in pediatric roles across all 50 states. Every pediatric traveler has access to free, setting-specific mentorship from experienced clinicians who have worked in the exact settings you are entering.
Practice Settings
What Settings Do Pediatric Therapists Work In?
Pediatric therapy spans several distinct clinical environments: school-based therapy, outpatient pediatrics, and home health pediatrics. Each setting serves a different population of children and requires specialized documentation, communication skills, and clinical reasoning. Gold Coast staffs therapists across all major pediatric settings nationwide.
School-Based Therapy
School-based therapists deliver services within public and private school systems, working directly with students who have Individualized Education Programs. These clinicians collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and parents to support academic participation and functional independence in the classroom. Roles involve early intervention screening, group and individual treatment sessions, and detailed progress reporting aligned with educational goals. School-based travel assignments are among the most in-demand pediatric positions, particularly in rural and underserved districts.
Outpatient Pediatrics
Outpatient pediatric clinics treat children on a scheduled basis for conditions including sensory processing disorders, developmental coordination disorder, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Clinicians use specialized equipment for sensory integration, therapeutic exercise, and developmental skill building. These roles require strong family communication skills and are available as both travel and permanent placements.
Home Health Pediatrics
Home health pediatric therapists deliver early intervention and ongoing therapy in the child's home, coaching parents and caregivers on techniques they can use between sessions. These roles are especially common for infants and toddlers receiving early intervention under Part C of the IDEA. Assignments require independence, strong clinical judgment, and excellent communication skills, and Gold Coast mentors with home health experience prepare travelers for the unique demands of working autonomously.
Clinical Support
What Mentorship Is Available for Pediatric Assignments?
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is a therapist-owned and operated agency that provides free one-on-one mentorship to every clinician. For pediatric assignments, two dedicated mentors are available to support travelers before and during their placements.
- Alyssa Smith, PT, DPT specializes in school-based and outpatient pediatric settings, mentoring clinicians on Individualized Education Program documentation, classroom-based treatment planning, and collaboration with educational teams.
- Jessica Lewis, PT, DPT specializes in home health pediatrics and adult home health, preparing travelers for the independence required in home-based care, family coaching techniques, and early intervention documentation standards.
Both mentors are actively practicing clinicians who provide real-world guidance, not generic career advice. Whether you are a new graduate entering your first pediatric rotation or an experienced therapist transitioning into a new pediatric setting, your mentor will walk you through setting-specific protocols, documentation systems, and clinical expectations before your first day.
This mentorship-first model is what sets Gold Coast apart: dedicated, setting-specific clinical support at no cost to the therapist.
Pediatric Pay
How Much Do Pediatric Therapists Make?
PT, OT, and SLP travelers make a minimum of NET $100,000-$130,000+ per year with Gold Coast, guaranteed. That is take-home pay, after taxes. Compare that with permanent or internal travel positions at $50,000-$82,000 per year. PTAs and OTAs net a minimum of $70,000 per year with Gold Coast, compared with $38,000-$57,000 in permanent roles.
Gold Coast figures are guaranteed minimum net (after-tax) annual pay (2026), true in every setting we staff.
Gold Coast negotiates directly with facilities to secure above-market compensation for our clinicians. Because we are therapist-owned, we understand the value of your work and advocate for pay rates that reflect your clinical expertise.
Rural and hard-to-staff locations typically offer higher rates. Contact us or call (707) 908-9484 for a personalized rate breakdown.
New Graduate Guide
Can New Graduates Work in Pediatric Settings?
Yes. Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is one of few agencies that actively places new graduates in travel assignments, including pediatric settings. Many new graduates feel nervous about entering specialized pediatric roles without prior experience, which is exactly why Gold Coast built its mentorship program.
New graduate clinicians are matched with a pediatric mentor before their assignment begins. Your mentor will help you prepare for pediatric-specific documentation requirements, family communication strategies, and the clinical reasoning unique to treating children. This preparation ensures you arrive on day one confident and ready to contribute.
Gold Coast has a 98% on-time start rate since founding, and our mentorship program is a key reason. Clinicians who feel prepared perform better, integrate faster, and deliver stronger patient outcomes from their very first assignment.
Open Positions
View Open Pediatric Therapy Positions
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing has pediatric therapy positions available nationwide in school-based, outpatient, and home health settings. We place physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and speech-language pathologists in both travel and permanent pediatric roles.
Every placement includes free mentorship, competitive pay, and the support of an agency that was built by therapists who have traveled themselves. Browse open positions or contact our team to discuss available pediatric assignments.
Ready to explore all clinical environments? Learn about travel therapy, permanent placement, and the other practice settings available through Gold Coast.
Ready to Start Your Next Pediatric Assignment?
Browse open positions in pediatric settings, apply online, and get matched with a dedicated pediatric mentor before your start date. Gold Coast places therapists in all 50 states with free mentorship and above-market pay.