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Holzer Health System

Physical Therapist

Gallipolis, OH · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Operates all therapeutic equipment and gives therapeutic massages. 4. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed support personnel, and students in therapy department recognizing the ...

Holzer Health System

Physical Therapist

Gallipolis, OH · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Operates all therapeutic equipment and gives therapeutic massages. 4. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed support personnel, and students in therapy department recognizing the ...

Holzer Health System

Physical Therapist

Gallipolis, OH · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Operates all therapeutic equipment and gives therapeutic massages. 4. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed support personnel, and students in therapy department recognizing the ...

Wells Nursing Home, Inc

Physical Therapist

Johnstown, NY

$80K - $85K/yr

Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel * Provides resident, staff and family education and in-servicing * Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average weekly pay for unlicensed physical therapist in the United States is $1,859.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,596.15 and $2,067.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an unlicensed physical therapist?

An Unlicensed Physical Therapist is typically an individual who has completed the necessary education and training in physical therapy but has not yet obtained state licensure. They may work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, assisting with patient care, therapeutic exercises, and administrative tasks. Their responsibilities are often limited based on state regulations. This role allows them to gain experience while preparing for licensure.

What does an unlicensed physical therapist do?

As an Unlicensed Physical Therapist, you can expect to assist licensed physical therapists with a variety of patient care activities, such as preparing treatment areas, helping patients with mobility exercises under supervision, and performing administrative tasks like scheduling or maintaining records. You may also be responsible for monitoring patients during exercises and reporting observations to the licensed physical therapists. While you will not perform independent assessments or develop treatment plans, your role is crucial in ensuring that therapy sessions run smoothly. Working closely with both the therapy team and patients, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience and exposure to physical therapy practices, which can be beneficial if you plan to pursue certification or licensure in the future.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an unlicensed physical therapist?

To succeed as an Unlicensed Physical Therapist, you should have a solid grasp of basic anatomy, physical therapy techniques, and patient care, often supported by relevant coursework or hands-on training. Familiarity with exercise equipment, patient documentation systems, and therapy aids is helpful in this setting. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to take direction from licensed professionals are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure that you can effectively support therapists, contribute to patient recovery, and maintain safety and compliance in therapy environments.

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Infographic showing various Unlicensed Physical Therapist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $96,695 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Physical Therapist

Holzer Health System

Gallipolis, OH • On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

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Re-posted 5 days ago

Holzer Health System rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Works under the supervision of the Director of Rehab and Medical Director/Medical staff.

 

1.      Interpret referrals, reviews patient histories, administers evaluations for manual muscle strength, ranges of motion with goniometric measurements, transfers, gait analysis, muscle tone, motor movement and balance to determine therapeutic needs of patient.

  

2.      Initiate or adjust treatment, procedures/plans and activities to include goals to be achieved in specific time limits and to include patient and family education.

  

3.      Conduct periodic re-evaluations of the patients.  Operates all therapeutic equipment and gives therapeutic massages.

  

4.      Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed support personnel, and students in therapy department recognizing the difference in the education and training of all workers and assume responsibility for controlling the duties and activities assigned to workers in therapy department.

  

5.      Participates in lectures, in-services, mentoring and evaluating physical therapy students.

  

6.      Maintains appropriate professional standards of confidentiality.

  

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