Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care
How this pay compares
This posting states $33.87–$55.31 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Oklahoma post a median of $52.06 an hour, the middle half $45.32–$57.75, across 14 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Oklahoma earn a median of $47.40 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?
Oklahoma 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 an Oklahoma license, $100 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For an Oklahoma license, apply to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision (Physical Therapy Committee) for a license by endorsement ($100, by its own page): what Oklahoma asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Oklahoma requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist license, from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision (Physical Therapy Committee).
- A physical therapist licensed by examination in another state, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico must have NPTE scores submitted through the Interstate Reporting Service or another recognized reporting service and must hold an Oklahoma passing score, or retake the examination. The application must be on file with the Board at least 30 days before the Physical Therapy Committee meeting that considers it.
- Staying active: Licenses expire January 31 each year and are renewed annually; renewal includes a Board jurisprudence examination on the Oklahoma Physical Therapy Practice Act and rules, and physical therapists complete 40 hours of approved continuing education every two years.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in Oklahoma · Every state's rule
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About the job
Job Summary
- Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition and establishes a plan of care.
- Performs therapy programs utilizing standard physical therapy techniques as appropriate for the patient's age, functional impairments, abilities, needs and desires.
- Documents delivery of Physical Therapy services.
- Educates patients, family, caregivers, significant others, and staff members.
- Directs and supervises activities of Physical Therapist Assistants and support personnel.
Qualifications
Education
- Requires and Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science in Physical Therapy
Experience
- Experience preferred
Licensure/Certification
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners or a Graduate PT eligible for Oklahoma Licensure/temporary licensures.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
- Current Basic Lift Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for the duration of employment or license eligible per the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
Compensation/ Benefits
- $33.87- $55.31/hr depending on previous work experience.
- Evening differential $2.50/hr.
- Night differential $3.00/hr.
- Weekend differential $3.00/hr.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), short and long term disability, life insurance,paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.
Work Shift
Day
Position Type
From Norman Regional Health System's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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