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Physical Therapists in Texas

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 Texas the median pay is $105,810 a year, 3% above the national median of $102,760.

$105,810median pay in Texas, per year

$88,620–$127,290middle half earn

21,870employed in Texas

$102,760U.S. median, for comparison

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Who is hiring in Texas

1,509open roles like this on employer career sites, 95 in Texas or remote

33employers hiring

901posted in the last 7 days

CA · FL · TXwhere most openings are

Openings in Texas and remote

RN Senior Review Coordinator PT - Saturday's and Sunday's · Telligen · United States · Remote
Physical Therapist- Polish Speaking, Part Time Remote Telehealth · Joint Academy · United States · Remote
Physical Therapist · Veterans Health Administration · Dallas, Texas · $81186–$126502
Physical Therapist - Outpatient · Veterans Health Administration · San Antonio, Texas · $82932–$118072
Physical Therapist (Clinical Specialist - Orthopedics) · Veterans Health Administration · San Antonio, Texas · $108001–$140403
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program Coordinator (Interdisciplinary) Physical Therapist · Veterans Health Administration · Garland, Texas · $115711–$150426
Physical Therapist - EDRP Authorized · Veterans Health Administration · Abilene, Texas · $74678–$116362
Early Childhood Teacher (PT) · Think Academy US · Anywhere · Remote

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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 Texas

Local training programs Certifications Licenses in your state Apprenticeships

Physical Therapists pay in other states

California · $124,190 Alaska · $115,280 New Jersey · $112,140 Nevada · $111,250 Maryland · $106,890 New Mexico · $106,880 Washington · $105,950 Illinois · $105,250 Connecticut · $104,360 Massachusetts · $103,790

Related occupations

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