Orthopedic Physical Therapist Jobs
Orthopedic Physical Therapist jobs are open across outpatient clinics, hospital systems, sports medicine facilities, and rehabilitation centers, from new-grad to senior and director of rehab levels, with specializations in sports rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, and manual therapy. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center North Liberty is looking for a Physical Therapist to administer treatment to patients with complex physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries and evaluate and interpret findings. This position will primarily be assigned to the orthopedic outpatient setting.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patient’s needs. Assignment will involve primarily adults in an outpatient setting.
- Evaluate and instruct patients in home treatment programs.
- Perform routine and assigned administrative tasks in an efficient manner.
- Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality.
- Attend and participate in educational programs and provide educational experiences as assigned.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
- Performs special projects and tasks as assigned.
University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Percent of Time: 100%
Pay Grade: 06
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in North Liberty, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or a Bachelor’s degree in another field and a Physical Therapy Certificate is required
- Entry level experience in physical therapy in an outpatient setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Licenses/Certifications:
- Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required
Desirable Qualifications:
- 1-3 years experience in Physical Therapy
- 1-3 years experience in evaluation and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal disorders
- Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated leadership in a work or academic setting
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Please contact polly-terukina@uiowa.edu with any questions.
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center North Liberty is looking for a Physical Therapist to administer treatment to patients with complex physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries and evaluate and interpret findings. This position will primarily be assigned to the orthopedic outpatient setting.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patient’s needs. Assignment will involve primarily adults in an outpatient setting.
- Evaluate and instruct patients in home treatment programs.
- Perform routine and assigned administrative tasks in an efficient manner.
- Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality.
- Attend and participate in educational programs and provide educational experiences as assigned.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
- Performs special projects and tasks as assigned.
University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Percent of Time: 100%
Pay Grade: 06
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in North Liberty, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or a Bachelor’s degree in another field and a Physical Therapy Certificate is required
- Entry level experience in physical therapy in an outpatient setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Licenses/Certifications:
- Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required
Desirable Qualifications:
- 1-3 years experience in Physical Therapy
- 1-3 years experience in evaluation and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal disorders
- Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated leadership in a work or academic setting
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Please contact polly-terukina@uiowa.edu with any questions.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rehab Employee Services21
- Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine18
- Advanced Physical Therapy2
- Kaweah Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services49
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Education1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orthopedic physical therapist jobs.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
- Active state physical therapy licensure in the state of employment
- Experience with post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation and manual therapy techniques
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification preferred or required
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation systems such as WebPT or Epic
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification current and maintained
Tips for Your Orthopedic Physical Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Outpatient ortho clinics, hospital-based programs, and sports medicine facilities each prioritize different skills. Highlight manual therapy techniques for private practice roles and outcome tracking or interdisciplinary team experience for hospital positions. One resume rarely fits all three.
List your specialty certifications prominently
Certifications like OCS, SCS, or CMPT move your application ahead of generalist candidates. Place them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so hiring managers see them before reading your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists orthopedic physical therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by patient population served
Pediatric ortho, geriatric joint replacement, and collegiate athlete programs require distinctly different clinical approaches. Targeting openings that match your patient experience reduces mismatches and sharpens your cover letter without extra effort.
Prepare for clinical reasoning interview questions
Most ortho PT interviews include a case scenario where you walk through your evaluation and treatment plan out loud. Practice structuring your response around objective findings, differential diagnosis, and measurable functional goals rather than a generic protocol.
Negotiate productivity expectations, not just pay
Productivity quotas vary widely between settings and directly affect your caseload quality. Before accepting an offer, ask for the expected daily unit count and how documentation time is handled so you can compare offers accurately.
Orthopedic Physical Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most orthopedic physical therapists?
The companies hiring the most orthopedic physical therapists right now include Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Rehab Employee Services, and Rehab Employee Services, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Ohio, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Multi-location outpatient groups and large health systems tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many orthopedic physical therapist jobs are remote?
About 0% of orthopedic physical therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include telehealth consultations, home exercise program design, and clinical education or management roles that do not require direct patient contact.
How do you become an orthopedic physical therapist?
You become an orthopedic physical therapist by completing a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, passing the National Physical Therapy Examination, and obtaining licensure in your state. From there, you build orthopedic-specific skills through clinical rotations, outpatient or sports medicine employment, and continuing education in manual therapy. Pursuing the Orthopedic Clinical Specialist credential through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties further establishes your expertise in the field.
Can you get hired as an orthopedic physical therapist with little experience?
Yes, new-grad orthopedic physical therapist positions exist specifically for candidates coming out of DPT programs, particularly at outpatient clinics that offer structured mentorship or residency programs. Highlighting strong clinical rotation experience in musculoskeletal settings, any orthopedic-focused coursework, and willingness to pursue OCS certification strengthens your application even without years of post-graduate work history.
What does the orthopedic physical therapist interview process look like?
The interview process typically includes an initial phone screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by an in-person or video interview with the clinic director or lead therapist. Expect at least one patient case scenario where you walk through your evaluation approach and treatment rationale. Some employers also ask you to complete a working interview or observation day before extending a formal offer.
Where can I find and apply to orthopedic physical therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to orthopedic physical therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search through the available roles, identify the positions that match your clinical background and preferred setting, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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