Physical Therapist Jobs

As of Saturday, November 23rd 2024, Vivian has 77 jobs listed for per diem Physical Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $57 per hour on average and up to $130 per hour for the highest-paying role.

As of Saturday, November 23rd 2024, Vivian has 59 listings for local contract Physical Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $61 per hour on average, and up to $85 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

As of Saturday, November 23rd 2024, Vivian has 19,952 listings for travel Physical Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $2,159 per hour on average, and up to $4,400 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Take a look at Vivian's Physical Therapist Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Physical therapists, also called PTs, are allied health professionals who specialize in helping patients with injuries, physical disabilities, or health conditions that impact function, to improve movement and manage pain. PTs work with patients of all ages to enhance their quality of life through hands-on care, therapeutic exercise, and patient education. PTs play an important role in preventive care and rehabilitation. They often have a profound effect on patients’ lives by helping them regain or maintain their independence and lead active lives. The job outlook for physical therapists is highly promising with a projected growth of 18% between 2019 and 2029.

Physical therapist can specialize in several fields. Some healthcare employers may prefer or may even require specific professional certifications, including Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist (WCS), Board-Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS), Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS), Board-Certified Oncologic Clinical Specialist (Oncology), Board-Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist (PCS), Board-Certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist (CCS), Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) or Board-Certified Clinical Electrophysiologic Clinical Specialist (ECS), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

Physical therapists may need a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field.