Physical Therapist-Outpatient Rehab
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in North Carolina post a median of $47.75 an hour, the middle half $46.27–$52.50, across 102 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in North Carolina earn a median of $48.03 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).
Physical therapists in North Carolina: pay by town and employer
Workplace injuries
WakeMed Cary Hospital in Cary reported 55 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 2,455,949 hours worked: 4.5 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 2 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Wakemed, Cary Hospital
Medicare gives Wakemed, Cary Hospital 5 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; North Carolina's hospitals average 3.3). 81% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 22% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · North Carolina hospitals by rating.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Medicare lists Wakemed, Cary Hospital as a non-profit hospital: the kind of employer PSLF counts (a government organization or a 501(c)(3) non-profit) for its own full-time staff, toward forgiveness of federal Direct Loans after 120 qualifying payments. The federal PSLF Help Tool confirms an employer by the EIN on your W-2. Every PSLF-eligible hospital hiring.
Licensed in another state?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license, $145 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a North Carolina license, apply to the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for a license by endorsement ($150, by its own page): what North Carolina asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.7% · Stating an hourly rate 32.4%
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About the job
Overview
Physical Therapist
Help Patients Move, Recover, and Thrive
As a Physical Therapist, you will play a key role in helping patients regain mobility, improve strength, and achieve their rehabilitation goals. You will lead or assist in coordinating patient care, working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the highest quality care. Your communication skills will help facilitate smooth patient flow throughout the healthcare system, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
What You'll Do
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, function, and overall quality of life.
- Coordinate and communicate with multidisciplinary care teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Educate patients and families on exercises, recovery strategies, and injury prevention.
- Help ensure patients move efficiently through their care journey for the best possible experience and outcomes.
What You'll Bring
- Current Physical Therapist license required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required.
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- A compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
EOE
Licensure
Licensed Physical Therapist Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy Required - Or Doctorate Physical Therapy Required
Experience
2 Years Clinical - Physical Therapy Preferred
Licensed Physical Therapist Required
From WakeMed's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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