Outpatient Physical Therapist

Vantage Health Partners; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vantage Health Partners in San Diego, CA seeks an Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our in-person orthopedic and wellness clinic. This on-site position can be full-time or part-time and focuses on evidence-based, patient-centered care in a professional clinical setting.

You will evaluate and treat orthopedic conditions, apply manual therapy, design individualized rehabilitation programs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve function.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT or MPT).
• Active Physical Therapist license.
• Knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy practice.
• Ability to use hands-on/manual therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Apply manual therapy techniques to improve mobility and pain.
• Design and deliver fitness and wellness programs tailored to goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise and self-management.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and outcomes accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Manual therapy

Patient education

Education

DPT or MPT

Job description

Description

We are seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our in-person outpatient orthopedics and wellness clinic in San Diego, CA. This full-time or part-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care in a professional clinical setting.

In this role, you will evaluate and treat patients primarily with orthopedic conditions, applying manual therapy techniques and designing individualized rehabilitation and fitness and wellness programs. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve measurable outcomes that support patients' return to function, mobility, and overall well-being. Flexible scheduling is available, including the option of four 10-hour days, with full-time or part-time arrangements of 35-40 hours per week.

The compensation range for this position is $43-$53 per hour, along with a benefits package that includes a 401(k) with matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, continuing education support, and tuition reimbursement. New graduates with a strong fitness background are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Apply manual therapy techniques to improve mobility, function, and pain management
• Design and deliver fitness and wellness programs tailored to patient goals
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and families on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and self-management
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and outcomes accurately and in compliance with regulations
• Collaborate with physicians, referring providers, and clinic staff to coordinate patient care
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional clinical environment
• Participate in continuing education to stay current with best practices in physical therapy

Requirements

• Graduate degree (DPT or MPT) in Physical Therapy
• Active Physical Therapist license
• Current knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy practice
• Ability to use hands-on and manual therapy techniques
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Preferred: One to two years of clinical experience
• Preferred: Orthopedic rehabilitation experience
• Preferred: Strong fitness and wellness background
• Preferred: Experience designing fitness and wellness programs