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Physical Therapist | Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital

ChristianaCare logoChristianaCare$36.10–$57.76/hrWilmington, DEFull timePosted 2d ago

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This posting states $36.10–$57.76 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Delaware post a median of $51.25 an hour, the middle half $47.95–$59.25, across 16 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Delaware earn a median of $49.06 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Job Details

Life is full of choices, and whom you work for is one of life's most important decisions. ChristianaCare is ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation and has earned national recognition for excellence. Choose an organization that provides career advancement and the opportunity to impact health.

ChristianaCare's Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital has been recognized by Newsweek's list of America's Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers, ranking ChristianaCare as the number one rehabilitation center in Delaware.

The Center for Rehabilitation’s innovative facility includes state-of-the-art equipment, the latest therapeutic technology and techniques, and real-life skill simulation environments, focusing on helping people increase their strength and skills as they prepare to return home.

Christiana Care Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist to work at the Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital. This position is full time. Weekends and holidays as required.

As a Physical Therapist with Christiana Care, you will be part of a dynamic team which includes treating patients and providing therapy for individuals requiring rehabilitation after injury or disease process. You will establish appropriate treatment programs that include goals to be attained and complete all documentation relating to patient care, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Our skilled team of therapists has developed many special skills that enhance our care of the patients we serve. We encourage active learning and have a dynamic student affiliation program.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
  • CPR Certification required
  • Current Delaware license or eligibility for a Delaware License
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

ChristianaCare’s Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital delivers personalized patient care that addresses each patient’s distinct needs. The center specializes in assisting patients and their families as they recover from amputation, brain injury, cancer complications, fractures, orthopedic conditions, joint replacement, neurologic disorders, spinal cord injuries, stroke, and trauma.

If you 're inspired to make a difference, we invite you to become a ChristianaCare caregiver!

Hourly Pay Range: $36.10 - $57.76

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Jan 29, 2027

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

From ChristianaCare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About ChristianaCare

ChristianaCare is a health system with three hospitals (more than 1,200 (source: ChristianaCare, About Us, opens in a new tab) beds), 13,784 (source: ChristianaCare, Who We Are, opens in a new tab) caregivers (2023) and outpatient services across northern Delaware and the surrounding area. Sources: ChristianaCare, Who We Are; ChristianaCare, About Us

Based in Wilmington, DEHires in Delaware, Maryland, PennsylvaniaPay on its listings: 75.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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