Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$40-$55/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Location: HealthWorks Rehab & Fitness - Smithfield, PA
- Position: Per Diem Physical Therapist- Outpatient Orthopedics
- Schedule: Per Diem / As Needed Weekdays
HealthWorks Rehab & Fitness in Smithfield, PA, is looking for outpatient orthopedic Physical Therapists for per diem (PRN) coverage. This opportunity is a great fit for an outpatient PT who wants flexibility and a strong work–life balance. We’ll align our coverage needs with your availability to create a schedule that truly works for you.
You’ll work with a diverse orthopedic population and have access to a variety of specialty areas across our outpatient network. Each location includes experienced, supportive clinicians eager to collaborate and help you continue to grow your skill set while making a meaningful impact in our shared communities.
HealthWorks and NovaCare's OP centers nationwide use the same EMR, with consistent volume expectations and patient-centered, ethical practice.
- You’ll treat a diverse patient population across conditions such as:
- Aquatics
- General Orthopedics
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
Concussion Care
HealthWorks and NovaCare Locations are throughout PA and West Virginia. Additional hours may be available in other outpatient centers.
PRN Perks
- Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
- Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
- 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
- Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
- If you’re interested, reach out today so we can explore options that fit your schedule.
- Shanel Green
- Talent Acquisition Manager
- 610-223-5944 Cell ssgreen@selectmedical.com
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional rehabilitation: evaluate, treat, direct, and document
- Stay compliant with state, local, and federal regulations
- Communicate openly with colleagues, patients, families, and physicians
- Participate in team meetings
Qualifications
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
- CPR certification
Additional Data
- If you’re passionate about helping others and value flexibility, apply today!
- Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Health Works a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 423 active Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.3 / 10 · above average in orthopedic surgery (physical therapy) | ranked against 423 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$101k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Orthopedic Surgery listings in Pennsylvania | 13 active | 424 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania Physical Therapist listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment995 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 346 in the last 30 days | 230 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Orthopedic Surgery pay trend | −3.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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