Healthy & Happy Outpatient Orthopedic DPT in Monterey, CA!

Build a Rewarding Career as an Outpatient Orthopedic DPT in Beautiful Monterey, California!

Opportunity Overview:

Terrapin Physical Therapy is seeking a compassionate, growth-minded Physical Therapist or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) to deliver exceptional outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation. This is an opportunity to provide meaningful one-on-one care in a PT-owned boutique practice where your clinical judgment, professional goals, and work-life balance matter. Enjoy a flexible four- or five-day schedule, advanced treatment resources, dedicated mentorship, and a clear path toward specialty practice, leadership, and potential ownership.

What You Will Do:

• Evaluate and treat outpatient orthopedic patients with individualized plans that support mobility, pain reduction, function, and long-term wellness.
• Provide unrushed care through one-hour-plus initial evaluations and approximately 40 minutes of one-on-one treatment time for returning patients.
• Apply hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, therapeutic modalities, and patient education to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with an experienced, supportive rehabilitation team while building trusted relationships with patients, families, and referring providers.
• Expand your clinical confidence through weekly training, chart reviews, co-treatments, and mentorship from an experienced Clinical Instructor.
• Explore specialized care opportunities including aquatic therapy, hydrotherapy, pain management, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and dry needling.

Required Qualifications:

• You hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree or Physical Therapy Licensed Applicant status from an accredited program.
• You are licensed or eligible for Physical Therapist licensure in California.
• You bring a patient-centered approach and communicate clearly with people from diverse backgrounds and activity levels.
• You are eager to develop or strengthen skills in outpatient orthopedics, manual therapy, exercise prescription, and pain neuroscience.
• You value teamwork, accountability, curiosity, and delivering a welcoming patient experience.

Growth Opportunities:

• New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive a structured transition program with a reduced initial caseload, weekly one-on-one reviews, and senior-therapist support.
• Experienced physical therapists can pursue a career ladder from PT Levels 1 through 3, Senior Specialist, Clinic Director, and potential practice shareholder or ownership pathways.
• Specialty interests in aquatic physical therapy, pelvic health, geriatrics, orthopedic clinical specialization, and pain science are welcomed and supported.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Earn competitive base hourly compensation to allow you schedule flexibility. 
• Receive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, flexible scheduling, vacation leave, and 20 days of combined paid time off annually.
• Benefit from a $2,500 annual continuing education allowance, paid time for courses, specialty certification support, retention bonuses, and a student loan repayment program of up to $5,250 annually.

About the Company:

Terrapin Physical Therapy is a Monterey, California, clinic providing excellent rehabilitation services, including aquatic therapy, pain management, and pre- and post-surgical physical therapy. We've helped people become healthier and happier for over 20 years! Check out our reviews! You will love joining a warm, collaborative team that celebrates clinical wins, invests in learning, and gives therapists the time and tools to make a genuine difference. Work near Monterey’s beaches, hiking, golf, and coastal lifestyle while growing a career you can feel proud of.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Terrapin Physical Therapy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.

Apply Today:

Bring your orthopedic physical therapy expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment to healthier, happier patients to Terrapin Physical Therapy. Apply today to begin a fulfilling outpatient DPT career in Monterey.