Travel Physical Therapist Jobs in Indiana

The median salary for Physical Therapists in the state of Indiana was $87,960 per year or $42.29 per hour in 2020 with most earning an annual salary between $73,610 and $101,170 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Entry-level jobs in Indiana or those with the lowest 10% salary earned around $61,340, while the highest 10% earned more than $113,480. Indiana ranks 30 in median annual salary for Physical Therapists, though when adjusted to the relative cost of living, Indiana ranks at 13. Typically, travel pt jobs will provide higher hourly and weekly pay than permanent positions in the same specialty, facility, and location. The estimated weekly gross pay listed for travel Physical Therapists is based on the specified hours per week listed on job cards and includes available stipend amounts.

In order to become a licensed physical therapist in Indiana, you must first complete an application form on the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency website and pay the applicable license fee of $100. Additionally, if you plan to practice as a temporary physical therapist during your licensure application process, you must also submit a $50 temporary permit fee. After submitting your application, it will take up to 48 business hours for it to be received and reviewed. Once approved, applicants must have completed all educational requirements outlined by the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee. These requirements include completing an accredited physical therapy program and graduating with a doctoral degree in physical therapy. All applicants are then required to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE). Upon successful completion of all necessary steps, individuals can officially practice as licensed physical therapists in Indiana.

Yes, Indiana is a member state of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PT Compact). The State of Indiana joined the PT Compact through legislation in 2021. The PT Compact makes it easier and more affordable for physical therapists to work in multiple states by reducing regulatory barriers to interstate mobility and cross-state practice.