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Wilmington, North Carolina

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$100k

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Job Description

Bunswick Physical Therapy, powered by Areté Health, is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team in Porters Neck.

We’re not simply looking to fill an opening. We’re looking for someone who wants to do meaningful work, contribute to a strong team, and continue growing along the way.

As our Physical Therapist, you’ll help patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, and return to the activities that matter to them through individualized, evidence-based care. You’ll be part of a team focused on delivering a great experience for our patients, supporting one another, and continuing to grow and improve together.

What You'll Want to Know

Compensation: $85,000-$100,000 annually, based on experience, plus applicable performance-based incentive opportunities. Eligible clinicians may also have access to up to $20,000 in personalized career investment support, which may be applied toward areas such as student loan repayment, advanced training, certifications, residency, relocation, or other professional development opportunities, subject to eligibility and program terms.

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Brunswick Physical Therapy | Porters Neck | Onsite clinical position

The Opportunity

Join a collaborative outpatient team with access to clinical mentorship, professional development resources, and opportunities to continue building your clinical expertise and career.

What You'll Do

Evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions using evidence-based physical therapy practices

  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s goals, progress, and functional needs
  • Build strong relationships with patients and help them take an active role in their recovery
  • Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
  • Collaborate with the Clinic Director and clinical team to provide a consistent, positive patient experience
  • Participate in team collaboration, clinical mentorship, and ongoing professional development

What We're Looking For

  • Required
  • Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
  • Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in Maryland, or eligibility to obtain licensure before starting
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Strong communication skills and a commitment to individualized, patient-centered care
  • Preferred
  • Previous experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting
  • Experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions
  • Interest in continuing education, clinical development, and collaborative patient care
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply.

What You Can Expect from Us

We know people are motivated by different things at different stages of their careers. Our goal is to provide the support, resources, and opportunities that help our team members succeed today while continuing to build toward what comes next.

  • Depending on your role, employment status, eligibility, and applicable program terms, you may have access to:
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentive opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development and continuing education support

Mentorship and Career Development Opportunities

  • Opportunities to build clinical expertise, pursue leadership, or grow into new areas of responsibility
  • Technology, tools, and operational resources designed to support your work
  • Personalized career investment opportunities that may include additional financial support for professional or career development, based on role, eligibility, and organizational needs
  • A collaborative environment focused on accountability, growth, and continuous improvement

We don’t believe every career should follow the same path. We want to understand what matters to you, where you want to grow, and how your next opportunity can help you get there.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions using evidence-based physical therapy practices. Collaborate with the clinical team to develop individualized treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and a current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in Maryland. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Musculoskeletal treatmentNeuromuscular treatmentEvidence-based practicePatient evaluationTreatment planningOrthopedic physical therapy

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$85k–$100kPhysical Therapy median $89k (middle half $84k–$100k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$98k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in North Carolina759 active21,856 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 52% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$20k loan repaymentNorth Carolina Physical Therapist listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 28% offer loan repayment791 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

38 jobs · 25 employers
20
<$110k
10
$110k-125k
1
$130k
7
$140k-155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

35 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
66% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
Loan repayment
37% this job
Relocation assistance
3% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,800 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development and continuing education support
Mentorship and career development opportunities
Up to $20,000 career investment support (may include student loan repayment, advanced training, certifications, residency, relocation)

Living in Wilmington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$390k≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,713/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.4
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 · Wilmington, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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