Sports Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Fortify Physical Therapy is looking for a motivated physical therapist to join our growing sports and performance-based clinic in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

This position is ideal for a clinician who wants to work with an active population, continue developing as a sports physical therapist, and be part of a team that values high-level clinical reasoning, mentorship, and practical strength and conditioning principles.

About Fortify Physical Therapy

Fortify Physical Therapy is a sports-focused outpatient clinic serving athletes and active adults. Approximately 75% of our caseload is athletes, with the remaining population made up of runners, weightlifters, military personnel, police officers, firefighters, and highly active individuals who want to return to training, sport, and demanding work.

Our clinic is built for performance-based rehabilitation. We have a large facility that includes turf space, a full weight room, and high-quality equipment that allows patients to progress beyond the treatment table and into real training environments.

What We Offer

Fortify provides a strong environment for clinical growth and mentorship. Our staff includes four board-certified Sports Clinical Specialists , with experience teaching and mentoring in a sports residency setting. We value collaboration, case discussion, and helping clinicians continue to grow.

This is a strong fit for someone who wants to improve in areas such as:

• Sports injury evaluation and treatment
• Return-to-sport testing and progression
• Strength and conditioning principles
• ACL, post-operative, and field-sport rehabilitation
• Running, lifting, and tactical athlete care
• Communication with athletes, coaches, and active adults

Responsibilities

The physical therapist will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients in a sports-focused outpatient setting. Responsibilities include:

• Perform thorough evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
• Treat athletes and active adults with orthopedic and sports-related injuries
• Progress patients through performance-based rehab using the clinic’s turf, weight room, and equipment
• Communicate clearly with patients regarding goals, expectations, and return-to-activity plans
• Document care in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with other Fortify clinicians on patient care and clinical development
• Contribute to a positive, growth-minded clinic culture

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who is clinically curious, hardworking, and interested in becoming excellent at sports and orthopedic rehabilitation.

Preferred qualities include:

• Strong interest in sports physical therapy
• Comfort working with active populations
• Willingness to learn and receive mentorship
• Strong communication skills
• Interest in strength training, conditioning, and return-to-sport progressions
• Desire to work in a team-based environment
• Sports residency training, SCS certification, CSCS certification, or athletic background is a plus, but not required

Requirements

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in Indiana
• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Strong professional judgment and communication skills
• Interest in outpatient orthopedic and sports physical therapy

Why Fortify?

At Fortify, you will not be limited to passive treatments or low-level exercise progressions. Our facility and staff are designed to help patients bridge the gap between rehab and performance.

You will work in a large, well-equipped space with access to turf, strength equipment, and clinicians who have experience treating high-level athletes and mentoring developing sports physical therapists.

This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in sports rehab, not just take another outpatient PT job.