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NovaCare Rehabilitation
Leonardtown, Maryland

Physical Therapist St. Mary's County

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$100k

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Job Description

  • Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient Ortho Sports and Aquatics
  • Location: NovaCare Leonardtown, Maryland
  • Schedule: Full-time 32-40 hours (Mon-Fri)
  • Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000
  • Incentives: $10,000 Sign-on bonus and Indefinite Loan Help

At NovaCare Rehabilitation in Leonardtown, MD, you'll make a meaningful impact every day while helping patients get back to the activities they love. Treat a diverse caseload of teens through older adults with opportunities to work across orthopedics, sports medicine, vestibular, neuro, aquatics, and oncology rehabilitation.

New graduates are encouraged to apply! Our structured mentorship program provides hands-on support, a gradual caseload ramp-up, and guidance from experienced clinicians to help you build confidence and grow your career.

Enjoy a patient-centered schedule with 1-hour evaluations, 45-minute treatment sessions, and an average of 10-12 patients per day, giving you the time to deliver exceptional care and build lasting patient relationships.

Join a collaborative team that is invested in your success, growth, and professional development from day one.

Why Join Us? We've Invested in Your Success.

Start StrongComprehensive mentorship and onboarding programs designed to build your confidence from day one.

Never Stop GrowingAccess one of the industry's most robust CEU programs, including paid national certifications and continuing education opportunities.

Prioritize What MattersGenerous PTO plus separate accruals for paid sick time and holidays, giving you the flexibility to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.

Feel Your BestComprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options to fit your needs.

Build Your FutureCompany-matching 401(k), life insurance, and disability benefits designed to support you now and in the years ahead.

Tackle Student DebtOur indefinite student debt benefit program helps ease the financial burden so you can focus on your future.

Find Your PassionExplore specialty programs including sports medicine, aquatics, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, oncology rehab, and more.

Advance Your CareerOur Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program rewards growth, clinical expertise, and leadership with bonus opportunities.

A Career Without LimitsWith 1,900+ centers across 39 states, you'll have the freedom to explore new opportunities and grow your career wherever life takes you.

  • Shanel Green
  • Talent Acquisition Manager
  • NovaCare Rehabilitation
  • 610-223-5944 Cell ssgreen@selectmedical.com

Responsibilities

Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations

  • Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
  • Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
  • Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager

Qualifications

  • Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
  • Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
  • CPR certification

Additional Data

  • Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement
  • Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Aquatics rehabilitationVestibular rehabilitationNeurological rehabilitationPatient evaluationTreatment planningClinical documentationPatient careCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Maryland, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (331 salary observations; 956 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,162 salary observations; 66,743 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Maryland?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapyranked against 22,012 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Maryland vs national$94k median in Maryland$94k nationally (about the same)331 state / 12,162 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$86k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Maryland378 active22,039 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 56% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onMaryland physical therapist listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 30% offer loan repayment397 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,996 in the last 30 days4,462 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
NovaCare Rehabilitation#9 of 12 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,012 Physical Therapy listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist St. Mary's County at NovaCare Rehabilitation a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,012 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

39 jobs · 18 employers
11
<$105k
18
$105k-120k
4
$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
3
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

36 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Sign-on bonus
44% this job
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

CVHCare · Berkeley, CA, United States

$150k
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - GlendalePer Diem

CVHCare · Glendale, California

$150k
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Hayward

$150k
#4

Traveler Physical Therapist: Dutch Harbor, AK

$2800/week
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,012 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About NovaCare Rehabilitation

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

Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Sign-on bonus
Indefinite Loan Help
Comprehensive mentorship and onboarding programs
Robust CEU programs including paid national certifications
Generous PTO plus separate accruals for paid sick time and holidays
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
Company-matching 401(k), life insurance, and disability benefits
Indefinite student debt benefit program

Living in Leonardtown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$447k≈ 5.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,025/mo≈ 30% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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