Physical Therapist

Gotham Enterprises Ltd•Independence, MO

19d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

A full-time Physical Therapist is needed for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Independence, Missouri. This position offers the opportunity to work with a broad patient population and provide care for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions in a professional clinical environment. The role includes evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, delivering hands-on care, documenting progress through WebPT, and working closely with a clinical team that includes Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. This position is open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians. Compensation is based on experience.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
Active Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility to obtain Missouri licensure
New graduates are welcome to apply
Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred, but not required
Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-based outpatient setting

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and identify functional limitations, movement deficits, pain concerns, and therapy goals
Develop treatment plans for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance training, and mobility work
Instruct patients on home exercise programs and safe movement strategies
Review patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans as needed
Document evaluations, visits, progress notes, and discharge summaries in WebPT
Coordinate care with PTAs and other clinical team members
Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and referral sources