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Physical Therapists in North Carolina

Physical therapists assess patients with injuries or illnesses and design rehabilitation programs to restore movement, reduce pain, and build strength. They work in hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, and other healthcare settings, collaborating with doctors and other specialists to help patients regain function and independence. In North Carolina the median pay is $99,910 a year, 3% below the national median of $102,760.

$99,910median pay in North Carolina, per year
$84,080–$110,330middle half earn
7,350employed in North Carolina
$102,760U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in North Carolina

1,509open roles like this on employer career sites, 71 in North Carolina or remote
33employers hiring
901posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in North Carolina and remote

Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.

What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationWritingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

Customer and Personal ServiceTherapy and CounselingMedicine and DentistryPsychologyEducation and TrainingEnglish Language

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Physical Therapists.

Licenses and training in North Carolina

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O*NET-SOC 29-1123.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, North Carolina, annual.