Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - West Olympia

IRG Physical Therapy•Olympia, WA

1d•$86,500 - $93,000•Onsite

About The Position

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist for its West Olympia outpatient orthopedics clinic. The role offers the opportunity to treat active and performance-focused patients, develop orthopedic expertise, and build a clinical practice around individual interests. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The clinic offers structured mentorship alongside a residency-trained, board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Clinic Director with experience in manual therapy, spine rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and upper-extremity conditions. The position includes weekly one-on-one mentorship, case reviews, clinical reasoning discussions, hands-on manual therapy instruction, and progressive skill development. Therapists can pursue clinical education, residency support, and OCS certification, and develop areas of clinical interest with support, autonomy, and local provider relationships. The clinic uses equipment including a squat rack, Rogue sled, Smart Cuffs blood flow restriction equipment, and progressive loading tools. Compensation is 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 clinic is closed on weekends. IRG Physical & Hand Therapy has provided outpatient physical and hand therapy throughout the Pacific Northwest since 1996. It is locally owned and operated by clinicians and has more than 40 clinic locations and over 320 employees.

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 in developing orthopedic expertise and treating active and performance-focused patients.
Interest in pursuing Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification or residency education and advanced clinical training.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based physical therapy interventions.
Develop individualized plans of care based on patients’ functional goals, clinical presentation, and rehabilitation needs.
Provide treatment for orthopedic, spine, vestibular, and upper-extremity conditions while developing clinical interests and expertise.
Use manual therapy, progressive loading, and appropriate rehabilitation equipment to support patient recovery and functional performance.
Collaborate with the Clinic Director and clinical mentor to review cases, strengthen clinical reasoning, and refine treatment approaches.
Build relationships with local healthcare providers and referral partners to support patient access and develop a clinical niche.

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 insurance.
Dental insurance.
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.