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East Lampeter Township, Pennsylvania

Physical Therapist-New Sign-On Bonus!

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$47-$56/hr

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-Time & PRN
  • New Sign-On Bonus of $7500!
  • For Full-Time Team Members hired after 09/02/2026, paid in two 50% increments
  • Inpatient & Outpatient Therapy | Willow Valley Communities | South Central Pennsylvania
  • Help individuals regain strength, restore mobility, and achieve their highest level of independence.

At Willow Valley Communities, we know that exceptional physical therapy can transform lives. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapists to join our rehabilitation team. Whether you're searching for a full-time career or PRN flexibility you'll find a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your impact is felt every day.

Why Willow Valley Communities?

As one of the region's premier senior living communities, Willow Valley offers physical therapists the opportunity to provide high-quality care across a continuum of services while building meaningful, long-term relationships with Residents and patients.

  • What You'll Love About Working Here
  • Flexible scheduling options – Full-Time & PRN
  • Practice across care settings – Opportunities in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation
  • Collaborative team culture – Partner with physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
  • State-of-the-art therapy spaces – Modern equipment and innovative rehabilitation environments
  • Professional growth opportunities – Diverse patient populations and opportunities to expand your clinical expertise
  • Supportive leadership – Work in a culture that values your clinical judgment and contributions
  • Mission-driven organization – Improve quality of life for older adults through meaningful, patient-centered care
  • Competitive compensation and benefits – Comprehensive benefits available for Full-Time Team Members

Wage

  • New Sign-On Bonus of $7500! For Full-Time Team Members hired after 09/02/2026, paid in two 50% increments
  • $47.00-$52.00/hour, based on experience for Full-Time
  • PRN - $56.00 Per hour

What You'll Do

As a Physical Therapist, You Will

  • Evaluate Residents and patients to develop individualized treatment plans
  • Deliver evidence-based physical therapy services in inpatient and outpatient settings
  • Assess and improve mobility, balance, strength, endurance, and functional performance
  • Develop treatment programs focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and preventing injury
  • Recommend assistive devices and mobility equipment to support safety and independence
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary Team Members to optimize patient outcomes
  • Educate patients and families on exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and wellness strategies
  • Complete timely and accurate documentation, evaluations, progress notes, and discharge plans

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license, or eligibility for licensure
  • Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care
  • Passion for working with older adults
  • New graduates and experienced therapists are encouraged to apply

Join a Team Where Your Work Matters

At Willow Valley Communities, you'll do more than provide therapy—you'll empower individuals to maintain mobility, regain independence, and continue enjoying the activities that matter most to them. If you're looking for a rewarding Physical Therapy opportunity in South Central Pennsylvania, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to explore our Full-Time & Part-Time Physical Therapist opportunities.

Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate residents and patients to develop and deliver individualized, evidence-based physical therapy treatment plans. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and improve functional performance.

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningMobility assessmentStrength trainingPain managementInjury preventionInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient education

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

In Pennsylvania, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (440 salary observations; 2,233 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,018 salary observations; 57,383 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$107k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution32 jobs · 19 employers

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<$105k
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$105k-120k
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$120k-135k
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$140k
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$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
97%
CME allowance
69%
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
Loan repayment
38%
Relocation assistance
13%

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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 22,012 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Willow Valley Communities

Hospitals and Health Care
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus $7,500
Flexible Scheduling
Comprehensive Benefits
Professional Growth Opportunities