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Goodwin Living
Washington, District of Columbia

Physical Therapist (PRN) Weekends

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$60-$65/hr

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Posted 26m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

  • Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
  • Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
  • Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.

Pay rate: $60-$65

About the Position

Assesses, plans, organizes, and administers rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Job Duties

  • Provides Physical Therapy treatments to overcome specific losses of function due to disease and injury, under a Physical Therapist’s Plan of Care, and as dictated by the Commonwealth of Virginia Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
  • Effectively communicates to clarify the Plan of Care, relay resident’s progress with treatment, report any adverse effects of treatment, report medical decline or inability to follow through with recommended treatments, and offers suggestions to alter and progress the Plan of Care based on knowledge and experience with that particular resident.
  • Documents treatments/services according to the Rehab Department’s protocols and Medicare guidelines
  • Coordinates resident’s treatment with nursing staff, physical and speech therapists.

A Position Designed for Flexibility and Extra Earnings!

Our PRN policy is tailored for those seeking additional hours with the flexibility to balance personal commitments. Whether you're looking to supplement your income, desire a change of pace, or want to gain a unique experience in working with older adults, Goodwin Living offers the perfect opportunity.

Job Requirements

  • Degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA approved and accredited college or university.
  • Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the District of Columbia.
  • CPR certification (adult only).
  • Has the ability to move intermittently throughout the workday, lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc. up to 50 lbs. getting assistance when needed is a must.

A sampling of our many benefits!

At Goodwin Living, we’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to PRN team members:

  • Daily Pay: Work and get paid the same day!
  • Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
  • Referral Program: Earn up to $3,000 for referring friends and family!
  • Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them.

Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today.

These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will assess, plan, and administer rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility, strength, and pain management. They are also responsible for documenting services according to Medicare guidelines and coordinating care with nursing and other therapy staff.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution and possess a current Physical Therapist license in the District of Columbia. Additionally, a valid CPR certification and the physical ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentMobility improvementPain reliefPlan of care managementClinical documentationInterdisciplinary coordinationPatient communicationPhysical assessmentRehabilitation protocols

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for District of Columbia is 109.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 53% have no call, 30% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in District of Columbia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$135kPhysical Therapy median $103k (middle half $90k–$130k)34 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$118k in purchasing powerDistrict of Columbia index 109.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in District of Columbia20 active21,987 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 53% no call · 30% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Physical Therapist listings: 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,700 in the last 30 days4,517 the 30 days before (+70%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Goodwin Livingsilver tier, 70/100Top Employers work-life index16 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

29 jobs · 22 employers
6
<$110k
12
$110k-120k
4
$120k-140k
7
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 22 employers
401k / retirement match
80%
CME allowance
40%
Sign-on bonus
23%
Loan repayment
7%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist-NEW GRADS WELCOMEPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · San Diego, California

$80-$120/hr
#2

Physical Therapist

Cole Health · Washington, District of Columbia

$100-$110/hr
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Per Diem

$80-$110/hr
#4

Home Health Physical Therapist

$75-$80/hr
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,256 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
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About Goodwin Living

Non-profit Organizations
Alexandria, Virginia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

DailyPay
Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
Referral Program (up to $3,000)
Free Meals
Access to Fitness Center and Pool

Living in Washington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$638k
Typical market rent
$2,484/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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