Physical Therapist PT - Outpatient Neuro
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in District of Columbia post a median of $59.25 an hour, the middle half $53.86–$65, across 16 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in District of Columbia earn a median of $48.87 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Licensed in another state?
District of Columbia issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a District of Columbia license, $309 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a District of Columbia license, apply to the District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy (DC Health) for a license by endorsement ($264, by its own page): what District of Columbia asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What District of Columbia requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy (DC Health).
- Staying active: Licenses expire on the last day of the holder's birth month and renew every two years; physical therapists complete 40 continuing education hours per renewal period, including 2 hours on LGBTQ cultural competency and 10 percent (4 hours) on public health priorities, with half of the hours in live programs.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in District of Columbia · Every state's rule
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About the job
About the Job
MedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital! The ideal candidate will be a licensed physical therapist with professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrated use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches; customer service skills for interacting with patients, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds; and effective communication.
The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to patients, to include but not limited to screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re-assessment and revision, patient/client re-evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Physical Therapist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals.
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Primary Duties
- Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting.
- Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's presentation, and the evolving health care environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
- Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities considering our evolving health care environment, painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation.
- Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our patient consumer driven environment.
- Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and mentoring of inexperienced staff, students, volunteers, and technicians.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
- Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
- Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).
- American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.
From MedStar Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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