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Physical Therapy Technician Training in Maryland

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1,450+
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$36K
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What Physical Therapy Technicians Do

PT Techs support Physical Therapists and PTAs in helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions.

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Patient Support

Assist patients with exercises, transfers, and mobility. Help with therapeutic equipment and modalities.

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Clinic Operations

Prepare treatment areas, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and ensure clean, safe environments.

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Documentation

Record patient progress, schedule appointments, and support administrative functions under PT supervision.

Where PT Techs Work in Maryland

Maryland offers diverse PT settings from major hospital systems to specialized sports medicine clinics.

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Outpatient Clinics

Private PT practices, orthopedic clinics, and multi-specialty centers.

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Hospitals

Acute care, inpatient rehab, and post-surgical recovery units.

Sports Medicine

Athletic training facilities, sports rehab centers, and team clinics.

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Skilled Nursing

Long-term care facilities and home health agencies serving seniors.

Maryland PT Tech Salary Data

MD PT Techs earn 13% above national average. Location significantly impacts pay.

Region Salary Range Notes
Metro Maryland (Major metro areas) $42K-$46K Highest wages, urban centers
Suburban Maryland (Suburban counties) $36K-$42K Balanced cost/salary
Central Maryland (Central regions) $33K-$38K Growing healthcare sector
Rural Maryland (Rural areas) $31K-$34K Lower COL, community focus

Top PT Tech Employers in Maryland

These healthcare systems and facilities actively hire Physical Therapy Technicians across Maryland.

Johns Hopkins Medicine

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📍 Baltimore

📞 410-955-5000

#3 ranked hospital nationally

University of Maryland Medical System

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📍 Baltimore/Statewide

📞 410-328-8667

14-hospital system

MedStar Health

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📍 Baltimore/DC Metro

📞 410-772-6500

Regional system, NRH rehab

Adventist HealthCare

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📍 Montgomery County

📞 301-315-3000

DC suburb system

Kennedy Krieger Institute

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📍 Baltimore

📞 443-923-9200

Pediatric rehab leader

LifeBridge Health

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📍 Baltimore

📞 410-601-9000

Baltimore region health leader

Maryland PT Tech FAQs

Common questions about Physical Therapy Technician careers in Maryland.

What makes Johns Hopkins significant for PT Tech careers?
Johns Hopkins Hospital is ranked #3 in the nation and sets standards for healthcare worldwide. PT Techs at Hopkins gain exposure to cutting-edge treatments, research protocols, and complex cases unavailable at typical facilities. Hopkins experience on a resume carries exceptional weight for career advancement.
What's unique about Kennedy Krieger Institute?
Kennedy Krieger is internationally recognized for pediatric rehabilitation, treating children with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and developmental disabilities. PT Techs here gain specialized pediatric neuro experience rare in entry-level positions. This expertise is highly valued nationwide.
How does DC proximity affect Maryland PT careers?
Montgomery and Prince George's counties are DC suburbs where many residents work in the capital. PT Techs in these areas can access both Maryland and DC job markets. DC facilities often pay more, but Maryland suburbs offer lower taxes and easier commutes.
Is there opportunity outside the Baltimore-DC corridor?
Western Maryland (Frederick, Hagerstown) and the Eastern Shore offer less competition and lower cost of living. These regions face healthcare worker shortages. PT Techs willing to work outside the I-95 corridor find easier job entry and sometimes signing bonuses.

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