Physical Therapist Jobs in Columbus, OH
Physical Therapist jobs in Columbus are concentrated in the Short North, Easton, and Dublin corridors, with strong demand across hospital systems, outpatient orthopedic clinics, and pediatric and neurological rehab settings. Employers actively hiring right now include The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, NovaCare, and Trinity Health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Address:
480 Medical Center DrColumbus,OH
- Job Number: R140995
- Posted Date: 7/8/2026
- Type: Part time
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Rehabilitation team members are licensed or certified professionals (physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, social workers or therapeutic recreation specialists who work within a specific team structure to offer inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation services. These services are offered to the acute-care hospital, the acute inpatient rehabilitation facility (Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital), or outpatient service sites to patients who have disorders and conditions associated primarily with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, or other neurogenic disorders, orthopedic problems, burns, amputations, or chronic pain. The rehabilitation team member’s report to the rehabilitation team leaders as part of the overall Rehabilitation Services Division structure.
Each rehabilitation team member is first a part of a group effort to provide care within a continuous performance improvement environment, and secondly a distinct professional who provides specific contributions to the team approach. Team members assess patients and establish together plans of care; provide a wide variety of treatment techniques; provide education and support to families; and facilitate continuing care planning. Team members evaluate quality of services and participate in outcomes management activities. Although team members report directly to a team leader, they are also responsible to each other, to those they supervise (rehab assistants and aides) and to other participants in patient care activities, including attending and resident physicians, nurses, their support staff, and case managers to assure coordination of services and programs. A team member embraces the values of the organization and uses them to guide interactions with others.
Minimum Qualifications
All rehabilitation team members must be licensed and/or certified with the respective profession (physical therapy) and meet the educational and/or certification requirements established by their profession. Physical therapists must hold bachelor’s degrees. All academic degrees must have been granted from an accredited institution. All licensed professionals must be cleared through the National Database of Practitioners. Typically, one-two years experience working in a medical setting is preferred for all professionals hired.
Maintains professional licensure; demonstrates commitment to continuing education; meets mandatory education and health requirements; demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.
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Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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Who's Hiring
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center16

- NovaCare11

- Trinity Health4

- The Ohio State University3

- National Church Residences3

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Insurance
Physical Therapist Jobs in Columbus: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a physical therapist job in Columbus?
Target Columbus's densest hiring corridors first: the health systems anchored near the Ohio State University Medical Center, the outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab clinics in Dublin and Westerville, and the pediatric and neurological specialty practices in Upper Arlington. Candidates who hold a sports rehab or neurologic specialty certification and have clinical rotations completed at Columbus-area facilities tend to move faster through hiring. Networking through local APTA Ohio chapter events gives you a direct edge over remote applicants.
Which companies hire physical therapists in Columbus?
Columbus physical therapist roles are posted by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, NovaCare, and Trinity Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Columbus's market includes a mix of large regional hospital systems, privately owned outpatient orthopedic groups, and national therapy staffing firms with a heavy footprint in central Ohio.
Are there remote physical therapist jobs in Columbus?
Yes, though remote work is rare for physical therapists because the core of the role is hands-on patient care. About 0% of physical therapist openings tied to Columbus are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles are almost entirely in telehealth triage, case management, or clinical documentation review rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get a physical therapist job in Columbus with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Columbus is a physical therapist assistant role or a rehab aide position at one of the city's outpatient orthopedic groups or skilled nursing facilities in the Hilliard and Grove City areas, which consistently hire new graduates and career changers for supported caseloads. Columbus's large university and hospital-affiliated system also runs residency programs that place new DPT graduates directly into supervised clinical tracks, making those a strong first step for anyone who wants structured mentorship before taking a full independent caseload.
Which industries hire the most physical therapists in Columbus?
Most physical therapist openings in Columbus sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Columbus's size as a regional medical hub, combined with its growing senior population in suburbs like New Albany and Gahanna, keeps outpatient rehab and post-acute care demand consistently strong across those sectors.
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