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Evansville, Indiana

Physical Therapist - PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$50-$55/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

PRN Physical Therapist – Outpatient Ortho

Build Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Career with us!

Evansville, IN

At Benchmark Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist (PT) while advancing your career in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring PRN Physical Therapists (PTs) who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

In this outpatient orthopedic setting, you'll have the chance to treat a diverse patient population and build expertise across a broad spectrum of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.

Our clinicians work alongside experienced teammates and specialists in areas including orthopedics, manual therapy, sports medicine, vestibular rehabilitation, pelvic health, post-surgical recovery, chronic pain management, and occupational rehabilitation.

No matter your experience level or clinical interests, you'll find a supportive environment that encourages collaboration, continued learning, and exceptional patient outcomes.

PRN Benefits of Joining Benchmark

  • Competitive PRN compensation: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
  • 401k with company match
  • 20% continuing education discount on IAMT CEU courses
  • Free Medbridge account / ongoing access
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing support and resources for personal and work-life needs
  • Opportunity to transition into a full-time or part-time role

New for 2026! Upstream clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe – purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve

  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a PRN Physical Therapist
  • Provide PRN (as needed) treatment coverage; 1-19 hours per week
  • Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for your patients
  • Deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy
  • Collaborate with peers in a fun, values-driven team environment
  • Build lasting connections with patients and local providers
  • Continue learning and growing through Upstream’s education and development programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate (or upcoming graduate) of an accredited Physical Therapy program; DPT, MPT, or equivalent
  • Active / pending Indiana Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PT Career

Benchmark Physical Therapy is proud to be part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of brands. When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic. Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you.

With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success. You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists grow at Upstream!

Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.

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Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic.

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide PRN physical therapy treatment coverage for a diverse patient population in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based care plans to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Orthopedic rehabilitationPatient careEvidence-based practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $117k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 48% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Indiana?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$114kPhysical Therapy median $66k (middle half $62k–$78k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$117k in purchasing powerIndiana index 93.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Indiana648 active22,101 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 48% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIndiana physical therapist listings (all specialties): 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 26% offer loan repayment661 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings8,101 in the last 30 days4,341 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

25 jobs
4
<$105k
8
$105k-115k
7
$115k-125k
4
$125k-135k
2
$135k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs
401k / retirement match
80% this job
CME allowance
43% this job
Sign-on bonus
17%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,786 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401k with company match
20% continuing education discount on IAMT CEU courses
Free Medbridge account
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generative AI Documentation Scribe (2026)
Opportunity to transition to full-time or part-time

Living in Evansville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$227k
Typical market rent
$1,058/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.