Physical Therapist

Job Opportunity

Job Information

Date Opened 03/26/2026

Job Type: Contract

Industry: Health Care

Work Experience: 1-3 years

Salary: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

City: Puyallup

State/Province: Washington

Country: United States

Zip/Postal Code: 98373

Job Description

Job Summary: A Physical Therapist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with physical impairments, injuries, or disabilities. The role focuses on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving overall functional ability through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., heat, electrical stimulation)
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and families on injury prevention, home exercises, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and clinic standards
• Supervise physical therapy assistants or students (if applicable)

Physical therapists commonly treat conditions such as neurological impairments, injuries, and post-surgical recovery cases.

Work Environment:

• Hospitals
• Outpatient clinics
• Rehabilitation centers
• Skilled nursing facilities
• Home health settings

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
• Active Washington State Physical Therapist license
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and therapeutic techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1–3+ years of clinical experience (varies by employer)
• Specialty certifications (e.g., Orthopedics, Sports, Neurology)
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems