Physical Therapist - Tacoma

IRG Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy•Tacoma, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

South Sound Physical & Hand Therapy – Tacoma, part of IRG Physical & Hand Therapy, is seeking a Physical Therapist for its University Place clinic. This full-time opportunity is with a collaborative, sports-oriented outpatient team featuring dedicated turf space, a teaching culture, and opportunities to develop a clinical specialty and leadership skills. New graduates and experienced physical therapists are welcome. The clinician will evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, sports-related, and musculoskeletal conditions, including pre- and postoperative rehabilitation. Treatment emphasizes individualized, evidence-informed plans focused on mobility, strength, return to activity, and functional goals. The role includes collaboration with PT and OT colleagues, referral partners, and orthopedic providers, as well as opportunities to contribute to specialty development, mentorship, student education, and leadership growth. The position offers a base salary of $86,500–$93,000, with eligible clinicians able to earn up to an additional 20% of base salary through IRG’s professional revenue share model while maintaining 1:1 patient care. Additional incentives include a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500 and $3,300 in student loan repayment over two years. The schedule is described as full-time with weekends off.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
Current Washington State Physical Therapist license or ability to obtain licensure; new graduates awaiting licensure are encouraged to apply.
Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain as required.
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA laws and applicable compliance regulations.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and coordinate clinical responsibilities while maintaining focus in a demanding healthcare environment.
Commitment to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and continued professional development.

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in outpatient orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, postoperative care, or return-to-sport programming.
Interest in dry needling, concussion management, or developing another clinical niche.
Ambition to develop leadership skills and potentially grow into a Clinic Director role.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, sports-related, and musculoskeletal conditions, including pre- and postoperative rehabilitation.
Create individualized, evidence-informed plans of care focused on mobility, strength, return to activity, and functional goals.
Use the clinic’s sports-oriented treatment environment, including turf space, to support progressive rehabilitation.
Collaborate with PT and OT colleagues, local referral partners, and orthopedic providers.
Develop a specialty interest or service line aligned with community needs and clinic capabilities.
Participate in mentorship, student education, and leadership development according to experience and interests.

Benefits

Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick time, and personal time.
Continuing education allocation.
Clinical mentorship program.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Long-term disability insurance.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Sign-on bonus up to $2,500.
Student loan repayment of $3,300 over two years.
Eligible clinicians can earn up to an additional 20% of base salary through the professional revenue share model.