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Quantum Education Professionals pays Travel School Based Physical Therapists the most, averaging $3,295 per week, followed by Ascentia Staffing ($2,726) and ALOIS Healthcare ($2,668). For comparison, the national average for Travel School Based Physical Therapists is $1,993 per week — Quantum Education Professionals pays 65% more.

California pays Travel School Based Physical Therapists the most, averaging $2,351 per week, followed by New York ($2,231) and Washington ($1,823). California also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,322. For comparison, the national average for Travel School Based Physical Therapists is $1,993 per week — California pays 18% more.

Only California reports pay data for School Based Physical Therapists, averaging $46 per hour. California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the national average for School-Based Healthcare Professionals is $42 per hour — California pays 9% more.

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School Based Physical Therapist Career Guide

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