Explore Physical Therapist Jobs

Physical therapists help people improve movement, manage pain, and regain function after injury, illness, or surgery. Find vetted Physical Therapist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse openings across healthcare settings and specialties to find a position that fits your experience and career goals.

What Physical Therapists Do

Physical therapists assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercise, and track progress toward functional goals. They may work with people recovering from surgery or injury, managing chronic conditions, or addressing mobility challenges. Collaboration with physicians, occupational therapists, and other care professionals is often an important part of the role.

Where Physical Therapists Work

Career opportunities may be available in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, home health, schools, and sports medicine settings. Responsibilities and patient populations vary by workplace, specialization, and level of experience.

Skills and Qualifications

Physical Therapist positions typically require a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, completion of required clinical education, and an active state license. Employers may also seek strong communication, clinical reasoning, documentation, and patient education skills. Requirements vary by role and location, so review each job listing carefully.

Find Your Next Physical Therapy Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Physical Therapist jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities, identify roles aligned with your expertise, and take the next step toward a rewarding career helping patients move and live better.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Physical Therapist do?question toggle

    Physical therapists evaluate movement and function, create treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises, and help patients improve mobility, manage pain, and recover from injury, illness, or surgery.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Physical Therapist jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, completion of clinical education, and an active license in the state where the therapist practices. Specific requirements vary by employer and location.

  • Where can Physical Therapists work?question toggle

    Physical therapists may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, home health, schools, and sports medicine settings.

  • Are there Physical Therapist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including Physical Therapist roles. Salary and eligibility depend on the specific position, employer, location, and experience.

  • How can I find the right Physical Therapist position?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities, setting, patient population, qualifications, location, and compensation. Focus on openings that match your clinical experience and career goals, and review each listing for its specific requirements.