Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established outpatient rehabilitation organization is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join its clinic.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized plans of care, provide evidence-based treatment, and help patients improve their mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. This position is ideal for a clinician who values personalized care, professional collaboration, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients.

Pelvic-floor treatment experience is a plus but is not required. Clinicians interested in developing this specialty may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and identify functional limitations, impairments, and treatment needs
• Develop individualized plans of care based on clinical findings, physician recommendations, patient goals, and applicable standards
• Provide skilled physical therapy services using evidence-based treatment techniques
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans, home-exercise programs, injury prevention, and continued progress
• Monitor patient outcomes and modify treatment plans when clinically appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, discharge summaries, and other required documentation
• Communicate with physicians, referral sources, insurance representatives, and other members of the patient's care team
• Coordinate care with physical therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and other clinical employees
• Ensure appropriate delegation and supervision of patient-care activities
• Participate in clinical meetings, continuing education, quality-improvement initiatives, and employee training
• Maintain a safe, organized, professional, and patient-focused treatment environment
• Support positive relationships with patients, families, referral partners, and members of the local community
• Follow all applicable clinical, ethical, privacy, safety, billing, and regulatory requirements
• Perform additional clinical responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a physical therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
• Current Physical Therapist license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current CPR or Basic Life Support certification
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment-planning, and documentation skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based patient care
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team
• Strong organization, time-management, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage an appropriate patient caseload in a fast-paced outpatient setting
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard workplace technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience
• Pelvic-floor treatment experience or an interest in developing pelvic-health expertise
• Experience treating orthopedic, sports-related, vestibular, occupational, or work-related conditions
• Experience working with physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation support employees
• Familiarity with insurance authorization, clinical documentation, and reimbursement requirements
• New graduates with strong clinical preparation and an interest in mentorship are encouraged to apply

Compensation and Hiring Incentives

Full-time compensation begins at approximately $90,000 per year , with final compensation determined by experience, qualifications, schedule, specialty expertise, and other job-related factors.

Qualified candidates may also be eligible for hiring incentives totaling up to $28,000 , which may include:

• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Student-loan repayment assistance
• License reimbursement
• Travel or relocation reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives

Eligibility requirements and repayment terms may apply to certain incentives.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Continuing education assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student-loan repayment assistance
• Professional-license reimbursement
• Clinical mentorship and training
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee referral program
• Pet insurance
• Opportunities for clinical and leadership advancement

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours.