Staff Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics

Capitol Physical Therapy LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Professional development budget

CEU paid time off

3 weeks PTO + 8 holidays

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

Capitol Physical Therapy LLC in Washington, DC, is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist in outpatient orthopedics. You will provide 1-on-1 patient care Monday–Friday, with clinical autonomy to design treatment plans.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, hands-on manual therapy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Licensure in DC and a DPT are required, with at least 1 year of outpatient experience; exceptional entry-level candidates invited.

Qualifications

• DPT from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations for a varied caseload of acute, chronic, and post-surgical orthopedic conditions.

Skills

Musculoskeletal assessment

Manual therapy

Therapeutic exercise

Functional training

1-on-1 care

Patient communication

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Staff Physical Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: Washington, D.C. (Metro Center / Symbiosis DC)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday (No Weekends or Holidays)

About Capitol Physical Therapy

Capitol Physical Therapy LLC is a specialized, therapist-owned outpatient practice focused on delivering high-touch orthopedic physical therapy. Located within Symbiosis DC, we operate in an integrated, cross-disciplinary space where you will regularly collaborate with Primary Care physicians, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Massage Therapists.

We help individuals recover from acute musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical procedures, and chronic conditions through evidence-based, highly individualized care plans. We reject the high-volume "PT mill" model: we believe the best clinical outcomes and job satisfaction happen when therapists have the dedicated time and clinical freedom to actually treat.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• 100% 1-on-1 Patient Care: No double-booking and no overlapping appointments. You focus entirely on one patient for the full duration of their visit.
• Total Clinical Autonomy: You are the clinical expert. You design and direct your treatment plans without rigid, corporate "cookie-cutter" protocols or restrictive productivity quotas.
• Strict Work-Life Balance: Monday through Friday schedule with zero weekend or holiday shifts.
• Non-Corporate, Supportive Culture: We prioritize a human-centric workplace where clinician input directly guides clinic improvements and patient care initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations for a varied caseload of acute, chronic, and post-surgical orthopedic conditions.
• Develop, implement, and adapt evidence-based treatment programs combining skilled manual therapy, targeted therapeutic exercise, and functional training.
• Educate patients and their families on condition management, home exercise programs (HEP), ergonomic adjustments, and injury prevention.
• Maintain timely, thorough, and defensible clinical documentation (daily progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge summaries).
• Coordinate patient care with referring providers, multidisciplinary colleagues, and external medical teams.
• Monitor objective functional outcomes and participate in regular team meetings and quality-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current license (or eligibility for immediate licensure) as a Physical Therapist in Washington, D.C.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of outpatient orthopedic experience in a 1-on-1 care environment (exceptional entry-level candidates with strong orthopedic clinical affiliations are welcome to apply).
• Clinical Skills: Solid foundation in musculoskeletal assessment, acute and post-surgical rehabilitation, and hands-on manual therapy. (Specialized interest or certifications in TMJ or Vestibular rehabilitation is a strong plus).
• Patient Care: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport, communicate complex conditions clearly, and provide culturally sensitive care.
• Practice Habits: Organized caseload management, efficient documentation skills, and familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Industry-Leading Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary & Wealth Building: Base pay commensurate with experience, plus profit-sharing eligibility (vested at 3 years).
• Clinical Development Budget: A dedicated, committed annual fund for certifications and courses that match your clinical interests (Manual Therapy, TMJ, Vestibular, dry needling, etc.).
• Dedicated CEU Paid Time Off: 3 days of paid CEU leave annually—attend continuing education courses without cutting into personal vacation time.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of annual PTO (inclusive of sick leave) plus 8 paid Federal Holidays.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Licensure Reimbursement: 100% coverage for your Washington, D.C. physical therapy license renewal fees.
• Retirement & Protection: SIMPLE IRA with employer matching (after 2 years of employment) and company-provided Short-Term Disability insurance.