Physical Therapist | Orthopedic Clinic Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Independence, Missouri. This role is ideal for a clinician who wants a structured outpatient environment, a varied orthopedic caseload, and a team-based approach to patient care.

As a Physical Therapist, you will help patients improve mobility, reduce physical limitations, rebuild strength, and work toward functional goals that support everyday life. The clinic treats patients ages 11 to 90, giving you the opportunity to work with different activity levels, recovery needs, and treatment plans.

Role Details

Position: Full-Time
Clinical Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics
Primary Caseload: Orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
EMR System: WebPT
Clinical Team: 2 Physical Therapists and 2 Physical Therapist Assistants

Salary Range

• $65K–$70K annually for new graduates
• $80K–$90K annually for experienced Physical Therapists, based on years of experience

Schedule Options

The clinic offers flexibility and strongly prefers one of the following:

Four 10-Hour Days Preferred

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Tuesday off each week

Monday–Friday Option

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Wednesday, Friday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Clinical Snapshot

• Patient Volume: 7–15 patients per day
• Weekly Clinic Volume: Approximately 160–190 patient visits
• Patient Age Range: 11 to 90 years old
• Documentation System: WebPT
• Insurance Accepted: BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, TRICARE, Humana, and Aetna
• Growth and development opportunities available

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and identify functional limitations, movement deficits, and therapy goals
• Create care plans for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Provide skilled treatment through therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, balance training, gait training, mobility work, and functional movement activities
• Teach patients home exercise programs and safe activity progression
• Track outcomes and adjust treatment plans as appropriate
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge plans in WebPT
• Collaborate with PTAs and clinical staff to support continuity of care
• Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and referral sources

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Active Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Missouri licensure
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Outpatient orthopedic experience is helpful, but not required
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills
• Ability to work with patients across a broad age range

Insurance Plans Accepted

The clinic serves patients covered by:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• UnitedHealthcare
• Medicare
• TRICARE
• Humana
• Aetna

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K plan with Company Match
• 3 weeks PTO
• 8 Paid US Holidays
• CEU Allowance
• Sign-On Bonus Available

If you are ready for a Physical Therapist role with a strong clinical team and a clear outpatient focus, this opening is a solid career move.