Physical Therapist - Diagnostics / EMG
Listed compensation
$100k-$120k
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Physical Therapist - EMG / Diagnostics
- Full-time or Part-time
- Charlotte, NC
Elevate Your Career as a Physical Therapist
Are you a passionate physical therapist seeking true autonomy and the ability to make impactful decisions in your practice? Are you tired of the grind of treating 15 to 20 patients a day, while being burdened by excessive documentation and limited income? If you're ready to elevate your career, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are on the lookout for dedicated physical therapists, whether you're a recent graduate, have a few years under your belt, or bring a decade of experience. If you're ready to break free from the constraints of traditional practice, this is your chance!
What We Offer
-
Competitive Salary
Starting between $100,000 and $120,000 per year, with the potential to earn even more!
Comprehensive Residency Program
We will cover the full cost of your residency in EMG studies under the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties a $100,000 value!
Work-Life Balance
Imagine seeing just 7 to 8 patients a day, allowing you to provide high-quality care and focus on what you love most.
Collaboration Opportunities
Partner with spine surgeons, hand surgeons, orthopedic specialists, and foot and ankle surgeons, creating a dynamic work environment where you can make a real difference.
Financial Freedom
Pay off your student loans in half the time compared to traditional physical therapy roles, and gain the freedom to enjoy life with your family.
Why Choose Us
As one of only 250 physical therapists in the country certified for EMG studies, you will be part of a select group recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association. On average, physical therapists performing EMG studies earn $70,000 more annually than their peers in traditional settings.
This is your chance to practice with true autonomy, make precise decisions, and transcend your career in ways you never thought possible. If you're ready to take the next step and transform your professional journey, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
Perform EMG diagnostic studies and provide high-quality physical therapy care to patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and specialists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Requirements
The role is open to recent graduates as well as experienced physical therapists. Candidates must be willing to undergo a comprehensive residency program in EMG studies.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
In North Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (599 salary observations; 1,901 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,367 salary observations; 58,963 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,818 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $100k–$120k | Physical Therapy median $89k (middle half $88k–$97k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| North Carolina vs national | $90k median in North Carolina | $94k nationally (−4%)599 state / 15,367 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$117k in purchasing power | North Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in North Carolina | 740 active | 21,930 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 48% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | North Carolina Physical Therapist listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 28% offer loan repayment768 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Diagnostics / EMG at Bonsai Rehab a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,818 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Top Physical Therapist Jobs
41 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
41 jobs · 20 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
40 jobs · 20 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
Physical Therapist
Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California
Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health | $150,000 Annual Salary (Redding)
Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California
Physical Therapist
$111k-$150kHome Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond
$150kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,818 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
Living in Charlotte
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $352k≈ 3.5× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,729/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 25 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 97.3
- State income tax
- Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.