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Find our current physical therapy openings by utilizing the job search above. Preferred has cultivated relationships with many excellent healthcare facilities over the years, and we have a wide selection of PT travel assignments to choose from. We also offer physical therapy per diem work, if you are looking for greater flexibility or to supplement income. Or, if you would like us to match you with future assignments, go ahead and apply now.

What Does a Physical Therapist Do?

Physical therapists play a vital role in helping patients recover, restore mobility, and improve their overall quality of life. Whether working in hospitals, outpatient clinics, or rehabilitation settings, PTs use evidence-based techniques to support patients through every stage of healing.

Key PT job responsibilities include:

• Evaluating patients’ physical conditions, mobility limitations, and pain levels
• Developing individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and diagnoses
• Implementing therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other interventions
• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed
• Educating patients and caregivers on at-home exercises and injury prevention
• Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care
• Maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations

PT Employment Outlook

On the whole, the demand for physical therapists continues to grow steadily. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of PTs to grow 11% from 2024-2034, which is much faster than average. This growth is driven in part by an aging population that requires more rehabilitative care, as well as increased prevalence of chronic conditions such as arthritis, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, a greater emphasis on non-invasive treatment options and preventative care continues to position physical therapy as a key component of long-term health management.

Physical Therapist Salary Range

According to the BLS, physical therapist salaries typically range from $72-130K per year, and the median PT salary is currently $101K nationwide. Actual salaries can vary widely based on multiple factors, most notably geographic location, amount of experience, practice setting, and willingness to travel. In many cases, after one factors in housing stipends, meal per diems and benefits, traveling PTs can make more money than direct hires.

Physical Therapy Specialties

The physical therapy field continues to expand and provide greater opportunities to specialize in areas such as those certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specializations (ABPTS). There are now nine board-certified specialties available, listed below.

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS)

One of the oldest and most common PT specialties, orthopaedics treats with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.

Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS)

This large and growing physical therapist specialization involves treating conditions affecting the movement of older adults.

Neurologic Physical Therapy (NCS)

This PT certification indicates advanced clinical practice and treatment of patients with neurologic impairments and disorders.

Sports Physical Therapy (SCS)

For those physical therapists who exclusively treat athletes, the SCS is a splendid complementary certification.

Pediatric Physical Therapy (PCS)

While many physical therapists treat children, a minority have been board certified in pediatrics.

Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS)

Also known as pelvic floor physical therapy, this specialization indicates advanced expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting muscles and organs in the pelvis.

Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy (CSS)

This PT certification denotes advanced clinical practice and expertise in the treatment of patients with assorted cardiac and respiratory disorders.

Clinical Electrophysiologic Physical Therapy (ECS)

This highly specialized physical therapist certification involves conducting electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS).

Oncologic Physical Therapy

The oncology PT specialty is the newest of the nine board certifications. With recent advances in cancer treatments, there is greater demand for rehabilitative care.

 

If you would like more information about physical therapist jobs or are ready get started, Preferred can help. Apply today and get connected with the right assignment for you.