Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist (Japan)

Job Description

Job Description

1. Position Overview

• Job Title: Full-Time Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

• Location: Okinawa, Japan

• Facility Type: Private Multidisciplinary Clinic

• Target Start Date: August 31, 2026

2. Candidate Requirements

• Education: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (PT / DPT) with dedicated pelvic floor experience.

• Experience: Hands-on experience working with pelvic floor patients. Preferred training through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute or the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) Pelvic Health academy, though equivalent international training will be considered based on experience.

• Language Skills: Native or professional English fluency.

• Licensure: Must hold a valid, unrestricted state or national license to practice physical therapy independently. Proof of licensure and a clean disciplinary record are required.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical intakes, comprehensive physical assessments, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for pelvic floor patients.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans targeting pelvic floor dysfunction.

• Collaborate with an on-site multidisciplinary team (OTs, SLPs, and ABA Therapists) to ensure holistic patient care when necessary.

• Maintain clinical documentation and patient privacy in accordance with United States healthcare standards (e.g., HIPAA compliance).

4. Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: ¥6,888,000 JPY

• Relocation Package: A one-time relocation allowance of ¥220,000 JPY upon arrival.

• Housing Support: 50% of monthly rent covered by the company (up to ¥80,000 JPY/month).

• Paid Leave: 15 days of paid vacation plus 12 paid public holidays per year.

• Sick Leave: 80 hours of accrued sick leave.

• Professional Development: Access to a continuing education (CEU) platform and clinical supervision support.

• Insurance & Pension: Enrollment in the Japanese national workers' insurance and pension programs.

5. Visa & Legal Support

• Sponsorship: Full visa sponsorship provided for the duration of the employment contract.

• Family Support: Dependent visas and health insurance coverage are available for spouses and children.

• Contract Duration: Initial 1-year contract; a 2–3 year professional commitment is preferred.