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Prime Healthcare

Physical Therapy Assistant

Kansas City, KS

$25.50 - $33.75/hr

Rehabilitation- Physical Therapy Shifts Available: Day Shift Employment Type: Per Diem (PRN) Hours ... Teach patients and their families exercises to be continued at home, ensuring understanding and ...

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How much do physical therapy teaching jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for physical therapy teaching in the United States is $27.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is physical therapy teaching?

Physical therapy teaching involves educating students or practitioners about the principles and practices of physical therapy. This can include teaching anatomy, therapeutic techniques, patient care strategies, and evidence-based practice in classroom, laboratory, or clinical settings. Physical therapy educators may work in universities, colleges, or clinical environments, preparing the next generation of physical therapists to provide effective rehabilitation and care for patients with movement dysfunctions. Teaching also includes mentoring, evaluating student progress, and staying updated with advances in the field.

What are some common challenges faced by physical therapy educators in balancing classroom teaching and clinical supervision responsibilities?

Physical therapy teaching professionals often juggle multiple responsibilities, including delivering lectures, developing curriculum, and supervising students during clinical rotations. A common challenge is managing time effectively to ensure both classroom content and hands-on training receive adequate attention. Educators must also stay current with evolving clinical practices and accreditation standards, which can add to their workload. Strong organizational skills and collaboration with colleagues can help balance these demands and provide students with a comprehensive and high-quality educational experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Physical Therapy Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Physical Therapy Instructor, you need a deep knowledge of physical therapy principles, a relevant graduate degree (often a DPT or PhD), and clinical experience. Familiarity with learning management systems, digital teaching tools, and up-to-date clinical assessment software is typically required. Strong communication, mentorship abilities, and adaptability help engage students and foster a positive learning environment. These skills ensure instructors can effectively train future therapists, uphold academic standards, and translate clinical knowledge into effective teaching.

What is the difference between Physical Therapy Teaching vs Physical Therapy Clinical Instructor?

AspectPhysical Therapy TeachingPhysical Therapy Clinical Instructor
CredentialsDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), licensure, teaching certification (if applicable)Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), licensure, clinical teaching experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, universities, collegesClinical settings, hospitals, outpatient clinics
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, academic programsHealthcare facilities, outpatient clinics, hospitals
Primary FocusTeaching students, curriculum development, researchSupervising students during clinical practice, mentoring

Physical Therapy Teaching involves instructing students in academic settings, focusing on curriculum and research. In contrast, a Physical Therapy Clinical Instructor supervises students during clinical rotations in healthcare facilities. Both roles require a DPT and licensure but differ mainly in work environment and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Physical Therapy Teaching job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,077 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Pelvic Health Physical Therapist

Highbar Physical Therapy

Providence, RI

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Join the Movement with Highbar, New England's #1 Physical Therapy Teaching Practice!
 
Highbar Physical Therapy is a premier outpatient physical therapy practice experiencing significant growth across New England. We are on a mission to revolutionize the physical therapy industry, empowering clinicians to excel in their field while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Why Choose Highbar?
We are currently expanding our specialty services and are seeking a passionate Pelvic Health Physical Therapist to join our current group of pelvic health experts! Follow your passion and interest in treating a variety of pelvic health populations and diagnoses including, but not limited to women's health, men's health, and pregnancy/postpartum!
 
This is an exciting opportunity to build expertise in a vital and expanding specialty while helping to normalize and elevate conversations around pelvic health. You'll work in a collaborative, supportive environment with access to leading-edge tools, mentorship, and a professional development pathway to grow your career.
 
Here's what you can expect as a Pelvic Health Specialist at Highbar:
  • Exclusive Pelvic Health Clinical Development Pathway: Clinician-designed programs unique to Highbar that support personalized growth in both clinical skill and professional purpose. We built individual mentorship, live and virtual meetings to bring our team together, and the highest level internal and external coursework. A clear roadmap to help you thrive in your area of passion - all while being part of a team that genuinely cares about its patients and each other
  • Pelvic Health Mentorship:  2 hours per week for 12 weeks of application-focused, structured mentorship with a dedicated Pelvic Health PT.
  • Pelvic Health Special Interest Group: Monthly meeting with Highbar Pelvic Health team and guests to discuss topics of interest and collaborate based off of clinician needs/interests .
  • Professional Development: Uncapped external continuing education to support your personal goals - plus access to over $15K worth of in-house courses each year, including Dry Needling and our signature Core-4 series.
  • Comprehensive Support: Our support team, including skilled Exercise Specialists, is here to assist you and your pelvic health patients with any clinical or operational needs, ensuring a smooth and effective care experience.
  • Student Loan Assistance: We directly assist with your student loans until they are completely paid off.
  • Cutting edge documentation and patient management software:  Using Prompt as our EMR in combination with AI documentation software to ensure our therapists spend more time with their patients and less time documenting.
  • Stay Balanced: Our patient caseload expectations are less than 12 patients per day, ensuring time for quality care and professional development.
 
What You'll Need:
  • Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program
  • Current Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain one
  • Experienced with or interested in pelvic health training (we'll support your development if you're new to the field!)
$80,000 - $90,000 a year
Salary based on experience
 
Total Compensation Package includes:
  • Uncapped bonus potential
  • Student loan assistance that continues until your loans are paid off
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Exclusive H-Shares
  • Paid holidays & PTO
  • Relocation assistance (when applicable)
  • Fitness & wellness benefits
  • Employee home-buying assistance
  • Community volunteer opportunities
 
We don't believe in flashy perks that distract from unsustainable workloads. Compensation here is designed to support both your career growth and your financial goals.
Take the next step in your PT career with Highbar Physical Therapy - Apply today!
 
More About Us:
We develop leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license, acting as primary care providers for musculoskeletal disorders, and challenging themselves and their patients to reach new goals.
 
Highbar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.
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