Physical Therapist
Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain. They evaluate patients, design and carry out treatment plans using exercises and hands-on therapy, and track progress across clinics, hospitals, and home-health settings.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
12,881
Median salary
$92,500
$82.5k–$117.5k range
Posted this week
+1,442
Remote / telehealth
0.2%
26 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Physical Therapist specialties: openings and median pay
As of October 4, 2026, Physical Therapist hiring on SonicJobs spans 6 specialties. Outpatient Physical Therapist is the largest with 1,512 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $90,404 (Sports / Orthopedic Physical Therapist) to $125,623 (Travel Physical Therapist).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outpatient Physical Therapist | 1,512 | $92.5k | |
| Home Health Physical Therapist | 829 | $110.5k | |
| Sports / Orthopedic Physical Therapist | 441 | $90.4k | |
| Inpatient / Acute Physical Therapist | 401 | $96k | |
| Pediatric Physical Therapist | 294 | $91.3k | |
| Travel Physical Therapist | 178 | $125.6k |
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · 6 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Physical Therapist do?
Physical Therapists diagnose and treat movement problems through exercise and hands-on therapy. Becoming a PT requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and a state license, and pay is among the highest in allied health.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Physical Therapist jobs are open?
As of October 4, 2026, SonicJobs lists 12,881 active Physical Therapist jobs, with 1,442 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Physical Therapists earn?
As of October 4, 2026, Physical Therapist roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $92,500 (10th–90th percentile $82.5k–$117.5k), based on 8,031 of 12,881 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 16 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 25 | 0% |
| 40k-60k | 51 | 1% |
| 60k-80k | 295 | 4% |
| 80k-100k | 5,117 | 64% |
| 100k+ | 2,527 | 31% |
- Median salary
- $92,500 · n=8,031
- Average salary
- $96,834 · n=8,031
- Salary coverage
- 62.35% · n=12,881
- Job count
- 12881 · n=12,881
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Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · 62% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Physical Therapists most in demand?
As of October 4, 2026, Physical Therapist demand on SonicJobs is highest in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, across 12,881 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,330 | $89.3k |
| California | 829 | $116.4k |
| Pennsylvania | 701 | $90k |
| Florida | 665 | $91.5k |
| Georgia | 594 | $87.5k |
| Illinois | 592 | $93.1k |
| Virginia | 510 | $95k |
| North Carolina | 487 | $91k |
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Physical Therapists?
As of October 4, 2026, the top Physical Therapist employers on SonicJobs are Upstream Rehabilitation, Ivy Rehab, ATI Physical Therapy.
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Physical Therapist jobs are available?
As of October 4, 2026, Full time roles make up 72% of 12,881 active Physical Therapist listings.
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Physical Therapist jobs?
As of October 4, 2026, 26 of 12,881 active Physical Therapist listings (0.2%) offer remote or telehealth work.
26
Remote / telehealth jobs
0.2% of active Physical Therapist listings.
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Physical therapists must earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program and pass a licensing exam; all states require licensure. Many complete a residency for additional clinical training.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Physical Therapist jobs offer?
As of October 4, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Physical Therapist roles, appearing in 88% of listings that disclose benefits (68% of all Physical Therapist listings).
Source: aggregated from 12,881 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 68% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Physical Therapist FAQ
What degree do you need to be a physical therapist?
A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program, followed by passing the national licensing exam. All states require physical therapists to be licensed. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Physical Therapists?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of physical therapists to grow 11% from 2024 to 2034 — much faster than average — with about 13,200 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $101,020 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Physical Therapist listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) — Profession and licensure information