Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist | Orthopedic Clinic Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Independence, Missouri . This role is ideal for a clinician who wants a structured outpatient environment, a varied orthopedic caseload, and a team-based approach to patient care.

As a Physical Therapist, you will help patients improve mobility, reduce physical limitations, rebuild strength, and work toward functional goals that support everyday life. The clinic treats patients ages 11 to 90 , giving you the opportunity to work with different activity levels, recovery needs, and treatment plans.

Role Details

Position: Full-Time
Clinical Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics
Primary Caseload: Orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
EMR System: WebPT
Clinical Team: 2 Physical Therapists and 2 Physical Therapist Assistants

Salary Range

• $65K–$70K annually for new graduates
• $80K–$90K annually for experienced Physical Therapists, based on years of experience

Schedule Options

The clinic offers flexibility and strongly prefers one of the following:

Four 10-Hour Days Preferred

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Tuesday off each week

Monday–Friday Option

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Wednesday, Friday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Clinical Snapshot

• Patient Volume: 7–15 patients per day
• Weekly Clinic Volume: Approximately 160–190 patient visits
• Patient Age Range: 11 to 90 years old
• Documentation System: WebPT
• Insurance Accepted: BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, TRICARE, Humana, and Aetna
• Growth and development opportunities available

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and identify functional limitations, movement deficits, and therapy goals
• Create care plans for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Provide skilled treatment through therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, balance training, gait training, mobility work, and functional movement activities
• Teach patients home exercise programs and safe activity progression
• Track outcomes and adjust treatment plans as appropriate
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge plans in WebPT
• Collaborate with PTAs and clinical staff to support continuity of care
• Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and referral sources

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Active Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Missouri licensure
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Outpatient orthopedic experience is helpful, but not required
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills
• Ability to work with patients across a broad age range

Insurance Plans Accepted

The clinic serves patients covered by:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• UnitedHealthcare
• Medicare
• TRICARE
• Humana
• Aetna

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K plan with Company Match
• 3 weeks PTO
• 8 Paid US Holidays
• CEU Allowance
• Sign-On Bonus Available

If you are ready for a Physical Therapist role with a strong clinical team and a clear outpatient focus, this opening is a solid career move.