Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$80k-$100k
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Job Description
NovaCare Rehabilitation – Pasadena, MD
Position: Physical TherapistSetting: Outpatient OrthopedicsCompensation: $80,000 - $100,000Incentives: Up to a $10,000 bonus and indefinite student loan assistance (no repayment required!)
At NovaCare Rehabilitation in Pasadena, MD, we believe every physical therapist’s journey should be one of growth, purpose, and impact. Join a team that values clinical excellence, innovation, and a patient-first approach. We’re committed to helping our patients return to the activities they love, whether that’s sports, work, or everyday life.
Why Join Us?
We’re seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with outpatient orthopedic experience. Whether you're an experienced clinician or looking to expand your clinical skill set, we offer the support and resources you need to thrive. Our therapists treat an average of 10–12 patients per day, with 1:1 hour-long evaluations to ensure quality care. Our large, multidisciplinary team focuses on quality over quantity.
- Our outpatient center offers a diverse list of specialties, including:
- Concussion Management
- Fall Prevention
- General Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Have a specialty you're passionate about? We’re open to expanding our services based on your interests and expertise.
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
- Two evenings per week until 7:00 PM (last patient scheduled one hour prior)
- Flexible scheduling options may be available for the right candidate
Compensation & Perks
- Base Salary: Starting at $80,000+, based on experience
- Bonuses: Up to $10,000 and indefinite student loan assistance (no repayment required!)
Benefits That Support You
- Strong Start: Comprehensive onboarding, orientation, and mentorship programs ensure a successful transition
- Career Growth: Industry-leading CEU program with paid national certifications
- Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
- Financial Wellness: Student loan assistance to ease your debt burden
- Time Off: Generous PTO, separate sick time, and paid holidays
- Health & Wellness: Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
- Specialty Tracks: Opportunities in sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, hand therapy, aquatics, concussion rehab, and more
- Nationwide Mobility: Access to 1,850+ centers in 36 states for internal career growth
- Ready to take the next step in your PT career?
- Apply today and let’s grow together!
- Shanel Green
- Talent Acquisition Manager
- NovaCare Rehabilitation
- 610-223-5944 Cell ssgreen@selectmedical.com
Responsibilities
- Complete required corporate and clinical training and maintain state/local/federal compliance
- Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
- Maintain open communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, and third-party payors
- Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
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
- Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement
- Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 66% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
In Maryland, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (344 salary observations; 903 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,313 salary observations; 61,588 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.9 / 10 · top 5% in physical therapy | ranked against 21,827 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Maryland vs national | $94k median in Maryland | $94k nationally (about the same)344 state / 12,313 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$86k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Maryland | 360 active | 22,024 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 66% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on · loan repayment | Maryland Physical Therapist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 30% offer loan repayment382 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| NovaCare Rehabilitation | #9 of 13 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at NovaCare Rehabilitation a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,827 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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