Physical Therapist

On the Mend Physical Therapy has been helping the Mesa community move and live better for years, now with two locations under local ownership. You'll join a team that treats the full person, from sports and orthopedic rehab to pediatric therapy, geriatric care, and work conditioning, so your caseload stays varied and your skills keep growing. Being backed by the HRS group means real support behind the scenes: unlimited CE funding, strong benefits, and student loan repayment, without losing the locally owned, community-first feel that earned this clinic Best of Mesa in 2021. If you want to practice hands-on, patient-centered care on a team that treats you like family, this is it. Compensation Package This role pays $80,000–$92,900 a year. We take mentorship seriously, giving you the support to grow toward the upper end of that range. As you grow your caseload, you'll help more patients and earn more. You won't be figuring it out alone. $8,000 sign-on bonus Unlimited continuing education funds, plus a $500 travel stipend 17 days of PTO in year one, increasing with tenure $10,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over 5 years, paid monthly Relocation assistance available On top of that, you get the standard package, done right: Medical insurance , with the clinic covering roughly 75% of your premium HSA option with employer contributions 401(k) with an employer match that vests immediately Dental and vision insurance Short-term disability and life insurance options Why Clinicians Choose On The Mend Physical Therapy At On the Mend Physical Therapy you’ll get more than just a job. You’ll get a career path, mentorship, and the chance to work in one of the country’s most beautiful regions. Some highlights: Clinical autonomy whereyou make the calls on patient care A new grad mentoring program that builds up your caseload as you’re ready for it Unlimited continuing education and specialty certifications, no budget cap, no approval process A real path to Clinic Director or another clinical leadership role Reasonable caseloads and flexible scheduling Evidence-based care, backed by the technology and time to deliver it Mentorship That Sets You Up to Thrive We have a residency-trained, Board-Certified OCS on staff who's genuinely invested in developing new clinicians. Interested in pursuing your own orthopedic residency down the road? Our OCS can serve as your host-site mentor/Clinical Instructor, guiding you every step of the way. Life in East Valley, AZ Mesa sits at the base of the Superstition Mountains in the Sonoran Desert, with year-round sunshine that makes hiking, golfing, and outdoor life a daily habit rather than a weekend plan. It's a real city with a growing arts and culture scene, anchored by the Mesa Arts Center, alongside easy access to the greater Phoenix metro's dining, sports, and entertainment. Nearby desert parks and trails, along with lakes and the Salt River, offer an escape without leaving town. It's a place built for people who want city amenities and outdoor access without giving up either one. What You’ll Be Doing Most of your day is spent directly with patients, planning and delivering hands-on care with the autonomy to treat the way you think is right. That includes: Evaluating patients and building individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Hands-on interventions through manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and specialty modalities Teaching patients and their families about recovery, home exercise, and injury prevention Tracking progress and adjusting plans as patients progress Collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care Documenting in line with HIPAA and state and federal rules, using AI tools that cut down on paperwork instead of adding to it Who We’re Looking For We’re looking for a PT who genuinely wants to help people move better and wants to keep growing themselves. Ideal candidates have: A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program An Arizona physical therapy license, or eligibility for one All experience levels are encouraged to apply Strong communication skills, the kind that put patients at ease Interest in growing into a leadership role down the line Current CPR certification Physical Requirements You’ll need to: Lift up to 50 pounds Stand, bend, reach, and use fine motor skills regularly Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic exercises Equal Opportunity Employer On the Mend Physical Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We don’t discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status, and we’re committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr