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Lexington Park, Maryland

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$100k

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Job Description

ProFlex Physical Therapy, powered by Areté Health, is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team in Lexington Park, MD.

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: ProFlex Physical Therapy | Lexington Park, MD | 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

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 Maryland Physical Therapist license. Candidates must also hold current CPR/BLS certification and demonstrate strong communication skills.

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, 4% are remote, 68% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

In Maryland, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (321 salary observations; 937 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (11,826 salary observations; 61,306 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Maryland?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Maryland vs national$93k median in Maryland$93k nationally (about the same)321 state / 11,826 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$88k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Maryland365 active21,854 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 68% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$20k loan repaymentMaryland Physical Therapist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 30% offer loan repayment387 active listings, Oct 2026
Arete Health#2 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life 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

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

35 jobs · 19 employers
14
<$105k
13
$105k-120k
3
$120k-135k
2
$135k-150k
3
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
94%
CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
24% this job
Relocation assistance
9% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

CVHCare · Berkeley, CA, United States

$150k
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - GlendalePer Diem

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$150k
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Hayward

$150k
#4

Physical Therapist

$110k-$145k
+ 33 more · ranked by pay

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 (loan repayment, training, relocation, etc.)

Living in Lexington Park

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$332k≈ 3.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,784/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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