Pays $35-$52/hr — Physical Therapist market median is ~$146k (124 jobs)
Physical Therapist - Black Hills Ortho & Spine | PRN Weekends
About the Role
PRN physical therapist, weekend shifts. Black Hills Ortho & Spine. Rapid City, SD.
Join Sanford Health as a Physical Therapist – PRN Weekends, Black Hills Ortho in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $35 - $52/hour.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Sanford Health in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist will plan, organize, and deliver physical therapy programs to help patients recover mobility, relieve pain, and increase strength. They are also responsible for conducting evaluations, documenting patient progress, and educating families on treatment plans and home exercises.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid state license as a Physical Therapist and obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of employment. The role requires adherence to clinical practice guidelines and the ability to work flexible schedules as needed by the facility.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 45% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for South Dakota is 88.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 58.2% of South Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$90k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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