Physical Therapist- Inpatient Therapy
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
The RPT assumes primary responsibility for evaluation of the patient, planning, implementing, supervising, reevaluating and changing the treatment program. The therapist maintains adequate records and documents the appropriate progress reports and patient education. The therapist supervises support staff and students as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:
Education
Graduate of physical therapist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) required. Must have current Alabama license. Must receive Basic Life Support certification within orientation period. Prefer member of APTA.
Experience: None required.
Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability and willingness to work with all patients in a fast-paced environment.
About Us
Highlights of Our Hospitals
Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report.
With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills.
We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset!
We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse.
We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.
Huntsville Hospital Benefits
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
Learn More About Huntsville Hospital Health System
- Careers: careers.hhsys.org
- Benefits: careers.hhsys.org
- Education & Professional Development: huntsvillehospital.org
- Life In Huntsville: huntsvillehospital.org
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and planning, implementing, and supervising treatment programs. They must maintain accurate records, document progress, and supervise support staff and students.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 48% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $92k (middle half $87k–$102k)325 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Alabama index 88.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Alabama | 240 active | 22,055 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 48% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
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