Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist to join one of our valued client partners in Wilmington, Delaware. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals regain mobility, overcome physical limitations, and improve long-term functional health through evidence-based outpatient rehabilitation. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative orthopedic care environment focused on personalized treatment, measurable patient outcomes, and compassionate care. This position offers the opportunity to treat a diverse orthopedic population while partnering with physicians and rehabilitation professionals dedicated to helping patients safely return to work, recreation, and daily life.
Requirements
- Current Physical Therapist (PT) license in Delaware or eligibility to obtain Delaware licensure before employment.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent accredited Physical Therapy degree.
- Strong orthopedic rehabilitation evaluation and treatment skills.
- Excellent clinical reasoning and patient education abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage patient caseloads while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Must currently reside within commuting distance of Wilmington, Delaware, or be prepared to relocate independently before employment.
- Authorized to work in United States.
- U.S.-based applicants only.
Nice To Haves
- Previous outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
- New graduates with strong orthopedic clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.
- Experience treating post-surgical orthopedic patients and musculoskeletal injuries.
- Manual therapy, dry needling, or orthopedic specialty certifications.
- Knowledge of Medicare documentation and rehabilitation compliance.
- Experience implementing return-to-function rehabilitation programs.
- Stable employment history demonstrating continued professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive orthopedic and movement assessments.
- Develop individualized rehabilitation plans based on patient goals and clinical findings.
- Deliver evidence-based physical therapy interventions that improve mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and functional performance.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize recovery.
- Educate patients on injury prevention, body mechanics, wellness, and home exercise programs.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation that meets regulatory and payer requirements.
- Support departmental quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices.
- Build positive patient relationships through exceptional communication and compassionate care.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- employer-sponsored 401(k) with company match
- paid vacation
- paid holidays
- paid sick leave
- CME/CEU funding
- mentorship for new graduates
- continuing education assistance
- professional development opportunities
- additional company-sponsored benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
