Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Specialist

AWARE HEALTH•Portland, OR

3d•$90,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

Aware Health is a rapidly scaling health technology startup focused on improving musculoskeletal (MSK) care. The Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Specialist serves as a primary MSK expert, leading patient evaluations, differential diagnoses, clinical decisions, and evidence-based treatment plans. The role primarily provides care through Aware Health’s telehealth platform, with occasional in-person responsibilities such as onsite customer treatments, team collaboration, and company events. Travel may be required approximately one to two times per quarter. The clinician manages a diverse and complex caseload that may include spine, extremities, pelvic health, and TMJ concerns. In addition to direct patient care, the role supports engagement and clinical initiatives across assigned employer accounts, contributes to efforts to improve MSK outcomes and program utilization, and may collaborate with Clinical, Product, Engineering, Customer Success, and Sales teams on clinical workflows, technology, and outcomes reporting. The position is remote and requires a consistent Monday–Friday schedule of 10 AM–7 PM Pacific Time, with clinical coverage through 8 PM Mountain Time. Occasional evening or weekend schedule adjustments may be needed for patient or business needs, including onsite events. The role is based in the West Coast/Pacific Time Zone and may involve travel approximately one to two times per quarter.

Requirements

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT).
Active physical therapy license in a state located in the Pacific Time Zone; compact privileges are ideal.
Eligibility and willingness to obtain additional state licensure as needed to support patient coverage.
Board certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, or a strong preference to sit for the OCS.
Ability to work a consistent schedule of 10 AM–7 PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, supporting patient coverage across Pacific and Mountain Time Zone states.
Ability to demonstrate organization, effective communication and collaboration, and flexibility with occasional schedule adjustments.

Nice To Haves

Licensure in Pacific and Mountain Time Zone states.
OCS certification.
Managerial experience.
Bilingual or multilingual ability; Spanish is a plus.
Compact licensure privileges.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat a diverse, complex caseload across MSK domains, including spine, extremities, pelvic health, and TMJ, via telehealth and in person.
Conduct evaluations, differential diagnoses, and clinical triage, determining when referrals, imaging, or additional medical evaluation are indicated based on evidence-based guidelines.
Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate exercise, education, lifestyle interventions, and internal treatment programs.
Communicate diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment recommendations clearly to support patient understanding, confidence, and adherence.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical presentation and measurable outcomes.
Partner with Customer Success on engagement, growth, and clinical initiatives across assigned employer accounts, including strategies to improve program utilization and reduce downstream MSK costs.
Identify and proactively engage high-risk members who may benefit from MSK care, including outreach, scheduling, and clinical evaluation.
Monitor account-level engagement, visit completion, and plan-of-care adherence, and identify opportunities to improve participation and outcomes.
Contribute to clinical initiatives, outcomes reporting, and continuous improvement efforts; collaborate with Product and Engineering on clinical workflows, technology, and patient experience as opportunities arise.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and timely tracking of patient progress and outcomes.
Participate in required team meetings and occasional onsite customer events.
Maintain organization of patient progress, outcomes, and internal metrics, and communicate and collaborate effectively with patients and team members.
Adjust schedules occasionally, including evenings or weekends, to support patient and business needs.

Benefits

Substantial stock options.
Up to $3,000 annual stipend for clinical education, certifications, and professional conferences.
Company coverage of the full cost and administration for multi-state licensure, up to 15 states.
Medical insurance options: PPO, HMO, and HDHP.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k).
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).