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Worcester, Massachusetts

Physical Therapist - Reliant

Physical TherapistNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73k-$130k

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Job Description

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time External Candidates

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Part-Time External Candidates

New Graduates Are Encouraged to Apply

Explore opportunities at Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at locations throughout eastern Massachusetts.

Our physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and ancillary care teams work collaboratively within a value-based care model to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across the continuum. Being part of our vision to transform care and improve lives through trust, understanding, and shared decision-making. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Physical Therapist, you'll play an important role in helping patients restore function, improve mobility, and achieve their health goals. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of clinicians while utilizing evidence-based practices to deliver personalized care that enhances quality of life and supports long-term wellness.

Primary Responsibilities

Plans and implements therapeutic programs based on established goals with consideration for medical recommendations, protocols, and precautions. These programs may involve the administration of modalities

Supervises the treatments provided by the Physical Therapist Assistants relative to the goals and treatment plans of patients. Communicates with Physical Therapist Assistants regarding the prognosis of the patient

  • Completes documentation, which meets federal and state guidelines
  • Maintains licensure in conjunction with federal and state guidelines
  • All of our care is 1 on 1 treatment
  • Compensation & Benefits Highlights
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
  • Continuing Education (CEU) support and professional development opportunities
  • Robust retirement benefits, including employer-funded contributions
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Career growth opportunities across Reliant Medical Group and the Optum family of businesses

Opportunity for Student Loan Forgiveness

  • What Makes Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum Family of Businesses, Different?
  • Practice with autonomy, support, and resources that help you provide exceptional care
  • Collaborate within a team-based, patient-centered care model focused on quality outcomes
  • Thrive in a culture of innovation, learning, and clinical excellence
  • Enjoy the impact of a local care organization with the resources and opportunities of the Optum family of businesses

Career Growth & Development

At Reliant Medical Group, you'll have access to mentorship, professional development, and career growth opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports clinical excellence and lifelong learning. Whether you're an experienced therapist or a new graduate, you'll find the resources and support needed to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact on the lives of your patients.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in pursuing.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
  • Current Massachusetts Physical Therapist license or the ability to obtain licensure prior to starting
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, as required by specialty

1+ years of outpatient experience; new graduates and candidates with equivalent clinical training are encouraged to apply

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver individualized therapeutic programs based on patient goals, medical recommendations, protocols, and precautions, using modalities when appropriate. Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, communicate about patient prognosis, and maintain documentation and licensure in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Requirements

A bachelor's, master's, or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a current Massachusetts Physical Therapist license, or the ability to obtain one before starting, are required, along with American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may be required by specialty; outpatient experience is preferred, while new graduates and candidates with equivalent clinical training are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Therapeutic Program PlanningTreatment ImplementationPatient AssessmentPatient MobilityFunctional RehabilitationEvidence-Based PracticePersonalized Patient CarePhysical Therapist Assistant SupervisionTreatment Plan CommunicationClinical DocumentationTeam CollaborationMassachusetts Physical Therapist Licensure

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

In Massachusetts, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (601 salary observations; 1,306 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,056 salary observations; 57,503 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in physical therapyranked against 21,942 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$73k–$130kPhysical Therapy median $100k (middle half $93k–$105k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Massachusetts vs national$98k median in Massachusetts$94k nationally (+5%)601 state / 15,056 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$96k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Massachusetts576 active21,948 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
UnitedHealth Groupsilver tier, 75/100Top Employers work-life index1,414 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (21,942 Physical Therapy listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Reliant at UnitedHealth Group a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,942 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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Salary Distribution45 jobs · 23 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks45 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
Sign-on bonus
62% this job
CME allowance
58% this job
Loan repayment
16% this job
Relocation assistance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,942 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About UnitedHealth Group

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10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus (Full-Time)
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Part-Time)
Generous PTO
CME Support
401k with Employer Contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness
1:1 Patient Care

Living in Worcester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$449k≈ 6.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,130/mo≈ 35% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.