Physical Therapist - Clayton, NC

Athletico; Clayton, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generative AI Documentation Scribe

Continuing Education Allowance

Mentorship programs

Leadership programs

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Athletico seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to improve patients' health and quality of life within a collaborative, growth-focused team. You’ll have access to ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership programs as part of a large, nationwide network.

Join a culture that prioritizes high-quality patient care, state-of-the-art documentation tools, and generous benefits including CE allowances and paid time off to support your professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Enhance patients' health and quality of life as part of a collaborative team.
• Grow clinical skills across specialties through ongoing learning and mentorship.
• Deliver high-quality care while adhering to compliance standards and documentation requirements.

Education

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program

Job description

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapyisn’tjust about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

With competitive salaries, incentive programs, and robust continuing education benefits, Athletico is the place for you .

Position Summary:

Our Physical Therapist’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life. You will be exposed to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth. Work with a variety of specialties while you grow your skills and your future as a physical therapist!

Unique and Competitive Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• New for 2026!Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
• Strategic Mentorship programs
• Leadership programs
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
• 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
• Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)

Additional Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment)
• Progyny Fertility Benefit
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Buy-Up Option
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement
• KinderCare Discount
• Legal & Credit Monitoring
• Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)
• 17 days PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire)
• 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly
• 5 CEU PTO Days
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
• Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.