NeuroRehabilitation Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

About Us

SynapseTBI provides specialized diagnostic and treatment services for patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), and Post-Concussion Syndrome. Our multidisciplinary team delivers advanced neurological care, innovative therapies, and coordinated treatment plans designed to support patients throughout their recovery journey.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team in Houston, Texas. This position will play a key role in evaluating and treating patients with traumatic brain injuries, concussion-related symptoms, vestibular dysfunction, balance impairments, and musculoskeletal conditions.

The ideal candidate is passionate about neurological rehabilitation, committed to delivering exceptional patient care, and thrives in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

Deliver Hands-on Therapy and Rehabilitation Services

  • Treat patients experiencing TBI, concussion, vestibular dysfunction, balance impairments, and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Develop and implement customized exercise and rehabilitation programs
  • Collaborate with neurologists, nurse practitioners, speech therapists, and other clinical staff to coordinate patient care
  • Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and timely
  • Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
  • Maintain compliance with all clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

  • Active Texas Physical Therapist (PT) license or ability to obtain
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program preferred

Strong Clinical Assessment and Treatment Skills

  • Experience with neurological rehabilitation, vestibular therapy, concussion management, or balance rehabilitation is preferred but not required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Experience with EMR systems preferred

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningMusculoskeletal rehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (509 salary observations; 4,674 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,700 salary observations; 52,806 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution41 jobs · 30 employers

19
<$105k
12
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
6
$135k-150k
2
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs · 30 employers

401k / retirement match
79%
CME allowance
77%
Sign-on bonus
64%
Loan repayment
41%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist-Early Intervention

TheraCare Queens · New York, New York

$68-$73/hr
#2

Physical Therapist

MGA Homecare · Fort Worth, Texas

up to $150,000
#3

Physical Therapist (PT) – Travel Contract + Lodging

$70+/visit
#4

Physical Therapist (PT) – Flexible Schedule

$70+/visit
+ 40 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 1.5
Below most Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,289 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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