Physical Therapist

Shea Physical Therapy and Hand Therapy Services; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(K) with 4% employer match

Mentorship and career development

Residency, fellowship, and board-cert.

Residency pathways

Job summary

Shea Physical Therapy, part of Confluent Health, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist in Corpus Christi, TX, to join a close-knit clinical team. You will apply evidence-based, patient-centered care and collaborate with others to optimize outcomes across orthopedic and sports rehabilitation.

Enjoy opportunities for mentorship, residency pathways, and a supportive culture focused on growth, collaboration, and long-term clinician development in a coastal community.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with ability to obtain licensure in Texas or applicable state.
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Strong clinical reasoning to assess movement dysfunction and plan care.

Responsibilities

• Assess movement dysfunction through history and exam.
• Develop and adjust evidence-based plans of care to patient goals and lifestyle.
• Deliver skilled interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Track patient outcomes and adjust approach based on progress.
• Advocate for patients throughout recovery journey.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Evidence-based care

Patient-centered care

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist

Job description

Overview

At Shea Physical Therapy, a member of the Confluent Health family, you'll step into a role where you're more than just a provider - you're part of a close-knit, family-oriented team that genuinely puts clinicians first. With opportunities to pursue both Orthopedic and Sports Residencies, you'll be supported in growing your skillset while treating a diverse patient population that keeps your days dynamic and engaging. The culture here is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to something bigger than ourselves - creating an environment where clinicians feel valued, supported, and inspired to stay and grow long-term.

Life in Corpus Christi, Texas offers a unique blend of coastal living and strong community connection. In a smaller, tight-knit city, your impact as a clinician is felt quickly and deeply. You're not just treating patients; you're becoming a trusted part of their lives. With miles of coastline, year-round sunshine, and a laid-back lifestyle, Corpus Christi gives you the opportunity to build a meaningful career while enjoying everything that comes with living by the water.

• Pay down your student loans faster - up to $1,500 in repayment support through our student loan repayment program, paid directly to your loan servicer. Program details and offerings vary by location and role.
• Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
• A care model designed to support quality outcomes and efficiency.
• AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after hours charting - so work stays at work.
• Structured mentorship and career development.
• Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM) including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.
• Multiple career pathways: clinical excellence and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Applying your clinical reasoning to assess movement dysfunction and identify underlying causes through patient history and physical examination.
• Collaboratively developing and adjusting evidence-based plans of care that reflect each patient's goals, needs, and lifestyle.
• Delivering skilled interventions, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and modalities, to improve function and reduce pain.
• Tracking meaningful patient outcomes and adjusting your approach based on progress and clinical presentation.
• Serving as a trusted resource and advocate for your patients throughout their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (or ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice).
• Passion for evidence-based, patient-centered care.

About

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

Compensation

$80K-92K + weekly productivity bonus based on patient volume, and average less than 12 patients per day.