Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Job Details

This outpatient physical therapy position is based in Decatur, Alabama, a welcoming riverfront city known for its relaxed pace, friendly neighborhoods, and strong sense of community. Nestled along the Tennessee River, Decatur offers beautiful parks, greenways, and waterfront recreation, including boating, fishing, and outdoor festivals. Residents enjoy a charming historic downtown with local restaurants, shops, art, and entertainment, as well as attractions like the Cook Museum of Natural Science and nearby wildlife refuges. Decatur combines small-city comfort with convenient access to the larger Huntsville metropolitan area, providing additional cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities while maintaining a lower cost of living and an easy commute.The clinic is part of a well-established outpatient rehabilitation network known for its focus on quality care, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered service. The facility provides modern treatment spaces, updated equipment, and an environment designed to support both clinicians and patients. You will join a supportive and collaborative team that values communication, mentorship, and continuous learning. The culture emphasizes professional growth, clinical excellence, and shared decision-making, allowing therapists to refine their skills and pursue areas of special interest within outpatient practice.In this role, you will evaluate and treat a diverse outpatient caseload that may include orthopedic, post-surgical, sports-related, and general musculoskeletal conditions across a broad age range. A typical day involves conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized plans of care, providing one-on-one and supervised treatment sessions, and coordinating with other members of the care team. You will be responsible for ongoing reassessment, progression of therapeutic exercises, implementation of manual therapy and modalities as appropriate, and clear patient education to support functional goals and long-term outcomes.Patient volume and scheduling are structured to support efficient yet thorough care, with an emphasis on maintaining appropriate patient-to-therapist ratios and realistic documentation expectations. The clinic uses an EMR system to streamline charting, scheduling, and communication, helping you stay organized and focused on patient care. You can expect daytime, weekday coverage with typical outpatient hours that may include early morning or early evening shifts to accommodate patient needs. Weekend work is limited or not required, depending on clinic operations, allowing for a balanced lifestyle.This position offers a strong platform for professional development in outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine. You will have opportunities to collaborate with experienced clinicians, participate in in-services and training, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment. The combination of a thriving outpatient setting, an engaged and supportive team, and the high quality of life in Decatur makes this an appealing opportunity for both early-career and seasoned physical therapists seeking a meaningful and sustainable role.

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Required Qualifications

Physical Therapist, Outpatient References: 1 Reference in entire work history License and OP experience are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Travel experience is preferred.

About Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.