Orthopedic Physical Therapist

Job DescriptionStaff Physical Therapist - Elevate Physical Therapy & Fitness | Part-Time or Full-Time\nPosition - Santa Monica, CA\nAbout Elevate Physical Therapy & Fitness\nJust blocks from the beach in Santa Monica, CA, Elevate Physical Therapy & Fitness is a\nPT-owned, cash-based, out-of-network practice. For over 10 years, we’ve built a reputation\nfor exceptional, one-on-one care and for protecting our clinicians from the burnout so common\nin insurance-based, and corporate-driven high-volume clinics, and hospital environments.\nWe are a state-of-the-art facility integrating advanced tools such as EMG, BFR, video gait\nanalysis, and force plates, alongside Pilates and sports performance in our 2,100 sq ft facility\nwith a large, fully equipped gym, as well as spacious, private treatment rooms. We are trusted\nby physicians and their families, as well as professional athletes, entertainment industry leaders,\nexecutives, and performers who rely on Elevate for exceptional care.\n\nThe Opportunity: Staff Physical Therapist\nWe are hiring a full-time or part-time Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) to join our Santa\nMonica team. This is an opportunity to deliver best-in-class care in a practice designed around\nautonomy, mentorship, and long-term professional growth.\n\nWhat Sets Elevate Apart\nAt Elevate, we combine the highest standard of care with a model designed to support\nclinicians and patients alike:\n\nOne-on-One Hour Sessions: Every patient receives your full attention for 60 minutes.\nNo juggling multiple patients or handing off care to aides.\nReasonable Caseloads: Focus on quality, not volume, ensuring better outcomes for\npatients and professional fulfillment for clinicians doing their best work.\nOut-of-Network Autonomy: Practice with independence and clinical freedom, without\ninsurance-driven restrictions or paperwork headaches.\nStructured Mentorship: Learn from experienced clinical leaders committed to your\nprofessional growth and long-term success.\nTechnology & Innovation: Access state-of-the-art tools like VALD force plates, BFR,\nEMG, Tindeq Dynamometry and Noraxon & Simi research-grade gait/running analysis to\noptimize outcomes.\nThriving Team Culture: A collaborative, supportive, and mentorship-driven team\ncommitted to growth and excellence.\nCommunity Involvement: Work with local high school athletes, adult/youth leagues,\nand community organizations on injury prevention and performance.\nWhere Leaders Turn for Care: Doctors, athletes, executives, and entertainment\nindustry professionals trust Elevate for their care.\n\nCompensation & Benefits (benefits eligibility varies based on employment status)\n● Competitive Compensation (DOE)\n● Bonus Opportunities & Student Loan Relief Program\n● Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), HSA\n● Paid Vacation & Holidays\n● Generous Continuing Education Allowance\n● Defined Career Path with opportunities for advancement into Senior PT, Clinical Education,\nand leadership roles)\n\nRequirements\n● Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program\n● California PT license (or eligible)\n● 3+ years of orthopedic experience preferred; exceptional candidates with fewer years of\nexperience, including residency-trained clinicians, are encouraged to apply\n● Manual therapy proficiency and evidence-based practice\n● Strength & Conditioning certification (CSCS or similar) desirable, or willingness to obtain\n● Ortho residency or sports fellowship training highly valued\nApply Today\nRead more about us at and become part of a team redefining PT\nwithout burnout.\nContact:Meredith Soelberg, PT, DPT, MPT, C-PS, MBA | Owner & CEO, Elevate Physical\nTherapy & Fitness |View email address on click.appcast.io\n