Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: Mountlake Terrace, WA (North Seattle Area)
Salary: 88,000 - 110,000 annually
Sign-On Bonus: $2,000
Schedule: 4-Day Workweek | Wednesdays & Weekends Off
Employment Type: Full-Time Preferred | Part-Time Considered

About the Opportunity

An established outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic in Mountlake Terrace, WA, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join its collaborative, patient-focused team!

This opportunity is ideal for a clinician who values quality patient care, work-life balance, and ongoing professional development. The clinic emphasizes individualized treatment, clinical autonomy, and a supportive environment where therapists can focus on their patients without the pressures often associated with high-volume outpatient settings.

The team consists of experienced and newer Physical Therapists who genuinely enjoy collaborating, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. With a primarily active adult patient population and a welcoming, team-oriented atmosphere, this is a great opportunity for both new graduates and experienced clinicians.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: 88,000 - 110,000 annually, depending on experience

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Quarterly Productivity Bonus: $1,500 for productivity above 86% (up to $6,000 annually)

• Medical Insurance: Premera health insurance with 50% of employee premium covered

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k): Employer match up to 3.5%

• Paid Vacation: 80 hours annually, increasing by 40 hours beginning in year 3

• Paid Sick Leave: 52 hours accrued annually

• CEUs: Unlimited budget for director-approved courses plus a full MedBridge subscription

• License Renewals: 100% employer-paid

• Specialty Certifications: Financial support for approved certifications, plus a $1,500 bonus for approved certifications earned during employment

• Advancement: Potential opportunities to become a Clinic Director or Mentorship Lead

• Full salary maintained throughout onboarding

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Preferred Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week, with Wednesdays off

• No Weekends

• 30–60-minute lunch break, based on preference

• Alternative 8-hour shifts (9:30 AM–6:30 PM) may be considered

• Full-time preferred; part-time considered

• One hour of dedicated, paid administrative/documentation time daily for full-time clinicians working 10-hour shifts

Patient Care & Clinical Environment

• 45-minute evaluations and treatment sessions

• 100% one-on-one care — no double-booking or overlapping appointments

• Approximately 42–48 patient appointments per week for full-time clinicians

• No therapy aides or assistants

• Administrative staff handles scheduling, insurance verification, and authorizations

• Empower EMR with integrated AI-assisted documentation available

The clinic provides outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, primarily treating active adults recovering from musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. The clinic features four semi-private treatment rooms and an open central gym equipped with an upright bike, treadmill, upper-body ergometer, dumbbells, functional trainer, Total Gym, and balance training equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

• Provide hands-on orthopedic rehabilitation, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and functional training

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve functional goals

• Educate patients on recovery, injury prevention, and long-term wellness

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Collaborate with fellow clinicians to provide effective, evidence-based care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

• Active Washington Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Passion for outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation and individualized patient care

• Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to continue learning

• Dry needling experience or certification is a plus, but not required

Mentorship & Team Culture

This clinic takes pride in its supportive, collaborative environment where therapists are encouraged to learn from one another without judgment or ego.

The team includes two other Physical Therapists, one with 20 years of experience and another with three years of experience.

New graduates receive a gradual increase in caseload as they build confidence and clinical skills, along with access to weekly mentorship. Monthly group mentoring sessions also provide opportunities for clinical collaboration and professional development.

Current clinicians frequently highlight the clinic's positive work environment and enjoyable patient population as some of their favorite aspects of working there.