Physical Therapist - PT - $50k Sign-On Bonus

The CORE Institute; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$50k sign-on bonus

Up to 2k in monthly performance bonuses

Student Loan Repayment Program

$1,750+ Annual CEU Stipend

401k plan with company match

Job summary

The CORE Institute in Arizona is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join their West Phoenix Clinic. The role offers a $50,000 sign-on bonus along with monthly performance bonuses, student loan repayment, and competitive health benefits. Candidates should have a Master's degree and be a certified Physical Therapist with at least two years of experience in orthopedics. Essential functions include assessing patient health, documenting care, and supervising assistants. Join a dedicated team that collaborates closely with leading orthopedic surgeons.

Qualifications

• Two plus years of experience in Spine orthopedics and general orthopedics.
• Two years of experience in outpatient physical therapy clinic.
• Experience with orthopedics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient health status including wellness and compliance.
• Documents findings, treatments, and other patient information.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Technicians.

Skills

Gathering and analyzing physiological data

Evaluating patient problems

Revising care plans

Education

Master's degree

Current certification as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Physical Therapist - PT - $50k Sign-On Bonus

Job Category: Provider

Requisition Number: PHYSI012057

• Posted : May 1, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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As The CORE Institute continues to grow, we are currently seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join our team of professionals at our West Phoenix Clinic.

We are currently offering up to $50k in bonus incentives including Sign-On Bonus, Loan Forgiveness, Retention Bonus, and more!

Why Work for The CORE Institute?

We are a physical therapist run and directed private company. Our physical therapists work closely with the best and most advanced orthopedic surgeons in the southwest U.S.

We Offer:

• Up to 2k in monthly performance bonuses
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• $1,750+ Annual CEU Stipend
• Collaboration opportunities with Surgical & Research teams
• Remote Therapy Monitoring
• Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits
• Monthly $43 stipend to use toward ancillary benefits
• HSA with qualifying HDHP plans with company match
• 401k plan after 6 months of service with company match (Part-time employees included)
• Employee Assistance Program that is available 24/7 to provide supports
• Employee Appreciation Days
• Employee Wellness Events

Essential Functions

• Assesses patient health status including state of wellness, compliance with the care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Provides acute and chronic patient care including taking histories, doing physicals,
• Assesses patient condition, establishes goals, treatments, and care plans in conjunction with the physician, patient/family.
• Ensures that appropriate treatment is performed in an interdisciplinary fashion, consulting with physicians about the impact of physical therapy factors on the patient’s health status.
• Documents findings, treatments, and other patient information for the medical record.
• Educates patient/family on appropriate care and use of various therapies/exercises.
• Serves as information/education resource for patients, families, and staff.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Technicians.
• Serves as a resource to Physical Therapy staff.
• Provides ongoing education to the Physical Therapy staff.
• Assists the director with patient care issues.
• The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for the job position.

Education

Requires a Master's degree and Current certification as a Physical Therapist

Experience

Two plus years of experience in Spine orthopedics and general orthopedics.

Requirements

Two years of experience in and outpatient physical therapy clinic. Experience with orthopedics is preferred

Knowledge

• Knowledge of acute and chronic protocols, administration of medications, delivering physical care following the treatment plan.
• Knowledge of how to assess patient health and measure/record physiologic and growth indices.
• Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.

Skills

• Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.
• Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Skill in evaluating and revising the care plan based on patient changes.

Abilities

• Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.
• Ability to develop health education programs and materials.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team.

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