Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$38–$48 /hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Physical Therapist
Description of the Role
Neulife Rehabilitation of Louisiana is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Physical Therapist to join our team. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with physical impairments and disabilities. You will work closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans and provide effective therapy sessions.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients' physical condition and develop treatment plans
- Implement therapy techniques and exercises
- Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Educate patients and their families on therapy procedures and techniques
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
Requirements
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
- Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist
- Proven experience in providing excellent patient care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Benefits
- Competitive compensation of $38 - $48 per hour
- Opportunity for career growth and development
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
About Neulife Rehabilitation
Neulife Rehabilitation is a leading provider of comprehensive rehabilitative services in Louisiana. We are dedicated to assisting individuals in their physical healing journeys and helping them regain independence and functionality. With a team of highly trained professionals, state-of-the-art facilities, and a patient-centered approach, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 52% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$89k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in physical therapy | ranked against 21,942 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $79k–$100k | Physical Therapy median $93k (middle half $72k–$109k)327 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$101k in purchasing power | Louisiana index 88.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Louisiana | 198 active | 22,060 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 52% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Neu Life a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,942 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,942 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.