Aquatic Physical Therapist

PTMatch (United States); Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loss rate bonus

Credential pay

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Continuing education stipend

Schedule flexibility

Job summary

Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS) in Gig Harbor, WA, seeks a part-time Aquatic Physical Therapist for its YMCA clinic. You will deliver evidence-based aquatic therapy to orthopedic, post-surgical, chronic pain, neurologic and sports medicine patients, within a supportive team and schedule of 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday.

The role offers strong clinical mentorship, ongoing education, and a pathway to growth in a collaborative setting. OSS emphasizes one-on-one care and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PT license in WA or be eligible for licensure.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Experience in aquatic therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based aquatic therapy to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patient progress.
• Help patients regain function and improve quality of life.

Skills

Aquatic therapy

Orthopedic rehab

Post-surgical rehab

Neurologic rehab

Team collaboration

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Aquatic Physical Therapist | Olympic Sports & Spine | Gig Harbor, WA | Part-Time

At Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS), patients are our priority. Our commitment is one‑on‑one care, unrivaled educational opportunities, a culture of learning, and a place where employees thrive. OSS has served the community with clinical excellence since 1984.

OSS is seeking a part‑time Aquatic Physical Therapist for its Gig Harbor YMCA clinic. The ideal schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

In this role you will provide evidence‑based care in an aquatic setting to a diverse patient population, including orthopedic, post‑surgical, chronic pain, neurologic, and sports medicine patients. You will work with an experienced multidisciplinary team and help patients progress safely toward better function and quality of life.

Compensation: $85,000 - $115,000 per year (as posted by OSS), plus up to a $7,200 loss rate bonus, an $8,500 sign‑on bonus, and credential pay.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited institution
• Current Washington State Physical Therapist license (or license applicant status)
• New grads are always welcome to apply
• Prior experience providing aquatic therapy preferred

Benefits

• $8,500 sign‑on bonus, up to $7,200 loss rate bonus, and credential pay
• Matching 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and long‑term disability
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 212 to 252 hours of paid time off, depending on experience
• $2,000 for continuing education and unlimited Medbridge access
• Relocation assistance
• Advancement opportunities
• Schedule flexibility for work‑life balance
• Company‑wide celebrations and events

Clinical excellence at OSS

• Structured clinical mentorship, including a year‑long core curriculum
• Industry‑leading continuing education funding for all therapists
• Ongoing calendar of clinical courses and workshops from leading educators
• In‑house education calendar and in‑services
• APTA‑accredited Orthopedic and Sports Residency and Manual Therapy Fellowship programs

Work location: In person, Gig Harbor YMCA clinic, Gig Harbor, WA.