Entry Level Licensed Therapist Jobs
New grad licensed therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship placements or practicum hours can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Insurance, with employers like LifeStance Health, Optum, and Burrell Behavioral Health hiring at this level now.
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Explore opportunities with Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
- Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of Arkansas
Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Pay Range
$55,329-$82,993 annual total cash target pay
$31.92 - $47.99 per visit point
$26,60- $39.90 hourly rate
Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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Entry Level Licensed Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level licensed therapist job?
Entry level licensed therapist roles typically look for a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, along with supervised clinical hours completed during your practicum or internship. Candidates who can show documented hours, familiarity with a specific population such as adolescents or adults with anxiety, and a state licensure credential or active associate license stand out most at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level licensed therapists?
Companies hiring entry level licensed therapists right now include LifeStance Health, Optum, and Burrell Behavioral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers community mental health centers, outpatient clinics, school districts, and behavioral health group practices that routinely bring on new graduates working toward full licensure.
Are there remote entry level licensed therapist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by state licensure requirements and employer. About 28% of entry level licensed therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth platforms and multi-state group practices accounting for most of those postings. Many remote roles still require an active license in the state where clients are located.
Are these new grad licensed therapist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior licensed therapist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of post-degree experience, accepts supervised internship or practicum hours in place of independent practice, and does not require a fully independent license as a condition of hire.
Which industries hire the most entry level licensed therapists?
Entry Level licensed therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive the most new-grad hiring because demand for mental health services continues to grow faster than the pool of credentialed clinicians, creating consistent openings for candidates early in their careers.