Outpatient Orthopedic PT — New Grad, Loan Repayment

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambient Listening technology (ALT)

Transition to Practice Program

Student Loan Repayment Program

New Graduate Support

Accredited Residency Programs in Orth/

Job summary

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy - North Oceanside in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient orthopedics. New graduates are encouraged to apply to join our collaborative team.

We offer a competitive base salary of $85,000–$115,000 with monthly incentives up to $2,500 and student loan repayment up to $25,000, plus comprehensive benefits.

This role supports ongoing professional development and clinical excellence in orthopedic and sports physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• DPT or Master’s in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• CPR certification and state regulations required.
• Strong clinical skills in orthopedic, neurological, or geriatric PT.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine patients' functional abilities, limitations, and goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessments and goals, utilizing various therapeutic techniques and modalities.
• Implement and administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other interventions to improve patients' mobility, strength, flexibility, and function based on each individual patient’s need.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families about therapy procedures, home exercises, and injury prevention techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Stay updated on advancements in physical therapy techniques, technologies, and best practices, integrating them into clinical practice as appropriate.
• Meet the needs of having patients execute Plan of Care and (but not limited) following up with patients if noncompliance occurs.
• Be a team player to utilize nonclinical staff to support needs of the caseload.
• Delegate and use a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) when applicable.
• Participate in helping to drive a collaborative culture based on our service vision.
• Adapt to change in patient schedules and daily patterns.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine therapy needs and establish treatment goals.

Skills

State PT licensure

PT degree (DPT/MS)

CPR certification

Orthopedic PT experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

DPT or MS in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy - North Oceanside in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient orthopedics. New graduates are encouraged to apply to join our collaborative team.

We offer a competitive base salary of $85,000–$115,000 with monthly incentives up to $2,500 and student loan repayment up to $25,000, plus comprehensive benefits.

This role supports ongoing professional development and clinical excellence in orthopedic and sports physical therapy.