Physical Therapist-Home Health
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How this pay compares
This posting states $40.70–$63 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Maryland post a median of $54.13 an hour, the middle half $48–$60, across 95 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Maryland earn a median of $51.39 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).
Licensed in another state?
Maryland 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 Maryland license, $170 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Maryland license, apply to the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for a license by endorsement ($150, by its own page): what Maryland asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Maryland requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- An applicant licensed in another state applies online, pays the application fee, completes a criminal history records check, passes the Maryland Jurisprudence Assessment Module and has FSBPT send the exam score. The applicant also provides an official school transcript, a head and shoulder photograph, a copy of the current license and official verification of current licensure.
- Staying active: Licenses renew every two years (even-numbered licenses in even years, odd-numbered licenses in odd years); a physical therapist earns 30 continuing education hours between June 1 and May 31 in the two years before renewal (COMAR 10.38.08).
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About the job
Summary
Stella Maris is proud to provide central Maryland with compassionate, skilled home health care for adults. We specialize in home health care services that enable the patient to adapt and manage his or her medical situation in the comfort of their home. Stella Maris offers home health services to residents of Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County and Howard County.
WE ARE EXPANDING! Stella Maris is looking for Home Health Physical Therapist to join their growing Home Health team in Howard County, Maryland. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside dedicated clinicians to meet the needs of clients in the community we serve.
Full-time Monday-Friday, 80hrs biweekly
Physical Therapist - Home Health
Howard County Region
Check out some of our benefits offered
- Paid time off (PTO) & company paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- 403(B) retirement plan with generous company match and “Catch Up” provision
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits
- Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
- Pet Wellness coverage, legal assistance and identity protection
- Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
- Perks at Work - savings on favorite brands, travel, tickets, dining and more!
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the home care manager, the main function of the Physical Therapist is to organize, conduct, and evaluate prescribed therapy program of patients in a home health care setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Makes initial and follow-up visits to patients assigned. Uses the physical therapy process of assessment, diagnosis, implementation and evaluation to provide physical and psycho-social care to patients and their families. Performs skilled care as indicated in the plan of care.
- Develops individualized plan of care for patient under the order of a physician. Maintains ongoing communication with care team and documents regularly against and appropriately updates care plans.
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of treatment program and make changes in response to patient's progress, guiding patient toward goal achievement.
- Applies diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, and joint functional ability tests.
- Collaborate with other health professionals, patient, and/or family in developing plan of care. Prepares progress reports.
- Instructs patient, family and/or caregivers in techniques to be continued after discharge.
- Manages work and patient schedule to make optimum use of time. Adjusts schedule to accommodate unexpected occurrences and to assist others as needed.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation in the medical record. Maintain compliance with standards.
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Requirements
- State of Maryland License in Physical Therapy
- Current CPR Certification
- Prior experience in home health required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
This position requires daily travel in the Howard County assigned region
Min
USD $40.70/Hr.
Max
USD $63.00/Hr.
Salary Information
Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.
From Mercy Medical Center Baltimore's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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