Travel Physical Therapist Jobs in Ohio

The median salary for Physical Therapists in the state of Ohio was $89,620 per year or $43.09 per hour in 2020 with most earning an annual salary between $75,080 and $104,110 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Entry-level jobs in Ohio or those with the lowest 10% salary earned around $64,160, while the highest 10% earned more than $121,300. Ohio ranks 26 in median annual salary for Physical Therapists, though when adjusted to the relative cost of living, Ohio ranks at 12. 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 physical therapist in Ohio, the applicant must first submit an application along with a fee of $100. The application is available online at the Ohio Physical Therapy Section website. After submitting the application, applicants must also complete an electronic fingerprinting process for criminal records check. Results are typically received within 7-10 days for electronic fingerprints and 3-4 months for ink-rolled fingerprints. Once all requirements have been fulfilled, applicants may be licensed as physical therapists or physical therapist assistants in the state of Ohio.

Yes, Ohio is a member state of the Physical Therapy (PT) Compact. The PT Compact was created to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy and improve public access to physical therapy services. Ohio began issuing compact privileges on October 1, 2020, in accordance with Section 4755.57 of the Ohio Revised Code.