Physical Therapist - $41-58 per hour

Elara Caring; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist to serve the North Providence area in Rhode Island. You will provide direct patient care to home-based clients, evaluate functional needs, and create personalized care plans as part of a collaborative team.

Join us to help patients regain independence in the comfort of their homes. The role involves travel within the Providence/East Bay area and requires a Rhode Island PT license with an APTA-approved education; a vehicle and insurance are needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-approved Physical Therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted PT license for Rhode Island.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience.
• Willingness to travel within the Providence/East Bay coverage area (50%).
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, evaluate functional needs, and design personalized care plans.
• Collaborate with families and other specialists to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Lead and guide support staff to achieve patient goals.
• Document evaluations, goals, and progress with precision.
• Serve as a community resource promoting physical therapy.

Skills

Direct patient care

Travel readiness

Lifting 50–100 lbs

Healthcare experience

Education

APTA-approved Physical Therapy program

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in North Providence, Rhode Island.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Physical Therapist – Providence/East Bay Area

Join Elara Caring and make home the best place for care!
At Elara Caring, we believe there’s no place like home. Every day, our dedicated teams deliver high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients in their preferred setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care—and we want YOU to be part of this mission.

As a Physical Therapist, you’ll have countless opportunities to make a real difference. Your calling starts here: helping patients regain independence and thrive in the comfort of their homes.

Why Choose Elara Caring?

• Collaborative environment where your voice matters
• Competitive compensation that values your expertise
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff & FREE continuing education
• Career growth opportunities—advance with us!
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, holidays, and even pet bereavement
• Pet insurance (because we care about your furry family too!)

Your Impact as a Physical Therapist

• Champion Elara Caring’s mission and philosophy
• Provide direct patient care, evaluate functional needs, and design personalized care plans
• Collaborate with families and other specialists to ensure optimal outcomes
• Lead and guide support staff to achieve patient goals
• Document evaluations, goals, and progress with precision
• Serve as a community resource promoting physical therapy

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an APTA-approved Physical Therapy program
• Current, unrestricted PT license for Rhode Island
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience
• Willingness to travel within the Providence/East Bay coverage area (50%)
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment

Reporting to: Branch Director, Clinical Manager, or Clinical Supervisor

Ready to make a difference where it matters most?

Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard tosex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.

At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.

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Elara Caring Job ID #JR-130049. Posted job title: Physical Therapist

About Elara Caring

Elara Caring is one of the nation’s leading providers of home-based care with a growing footprint of 26,000 caregivers and 60,000 patients in 18 states. Whether you are new to home-based care or a seasoned in-home care professional, Elara Caring will meet you where you are and develop a unique learning plan that recognizes your experience and invests in your clinical professional journey. From our preceptor program to certification prep courses, quality assessments or management training, we care about you and your success.