Entry Level Orthopedic Physical Therapist Jobs
New grad orthopedic physical therapist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical rotation performance can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Novant Health, Sanford Health, and Geisinger Health Plan hiring at this level now.
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Looking for a night shift where you’re more than just a number? Our Orthopedic Specialty Care Unit is known for its compassionate leadership, low turnover, and strong sense of camaraderie. We care for patients with a wide range of acute medical needs, giving you the chance to grow your clinical skills in a supportive environment. With leaders who are present and deeply invested in your success, this is a night shift that offers stability, impact, and community.
Schedule: 7pm- 7am, night Shift, Full-Time (Shift Differential for 11:30pm-7am)- Department: Orthopedic Specialty Care unit
- Location: Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center - NH NHRMC
Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.
Novant Health is committed to improving the health of its communities, one person at a time. We have a strong focus on innovation and research offering best-in-class technology and clinical care. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all our patients as well as equipping our workforce with the tools and support needed.
What We're Looking For:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience: One year preferred. Assisted Living facilities only: One year experience working in long-term care or assisted living, required
- Licensure/certification/registration: Completion of NAI program required. Listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I required. Medication Safety - AME required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units required.
- Additional skills preferred: Basic computer skills for documentation.
Looking for a night shift where you’re more than just a number? Our Orthopedic Specialty Care Unit is known for its compassionate leadership, low turnover, and strong sense of camaraderie. We care for patients with a wide range of acute medical needs, giving you the chance to grow your clinical skills in a supportive environment. With leaders who are present and deeply invested in your success, this is a night shift that offers stability, impact, and community.
Schedule: 7pm- 7am, night Shift, Full-Time (Shift Differential for 11:30pm-7am)- Department: Orthopedic Specialty Care unit
- Location: Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center - NH NHRMC
Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.
Novant Health is committed to improving the health of its communities, one person at a time. We have a strong focus on innovation and research offering best-in-class technology and clinical care. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all our patients as well as equipping our workforce with the tools and support needed.
What We're Looking For:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience: One year preferred. Assisted Living facilities only: One year experience working in long-term care or assisted living, required
- Licensure/certification/registration: Completion of NAI program required. Listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I required. Medication Safety - AME required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units required.
- Additional skills preferred: Basic computer skills for documentation.
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Entry Level Orthopedic Physical Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level orthopedic physical therapist job?
Entry level orthopedic physical therapist employers look for a completed DPT degree, an active state license, and documented clinical hours in musculoskeletal or orthopedic settings. Candidates who completed ortho-focused rotations, earned a residency spot, or hold a CSCS or OCS certification stand out at this stage. Tailoring your resume to highlight patient case variety and manual therapy skills gives you a concrete edge over other new graduates.
Which companies hire entry level orthopedic physical therapists?
Companies hiring entry level orthopedic physical therapists right now include Novant Health, Sanford Health, and Geisinger Health Plan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, outpatient orthopedic clinics, hospital systems, and sports medicine groups tend to post the most new-grad-friendly openings, often pairing junior therapists with mentorship programs or residency tracks.
Are there remote entry level orthopedic physical therapist jobs?
Yes, though most orthopedic physical therapist roles are hands-on and clinic-based. About 0% of entry level orthopedic physical therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, remote care coordination, or hybrid administrative duties alongside in-person patient care shifts.
Are these new grad orthopedic physical therapist jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior orthopedic physical therapist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or internships toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who are newly licensed. If a role asks for a DPT and a valid state license without requiring years of post-graduate practice, it fits the new grad category.
Which industries hire the most entry level orthopedic physical therapists?
Entry Level orthopedic physical therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain high patient volumes, run structured onboarding for new graduates, and need licensed therapists who can grow into specialized orthopedic caseloads under experienced supervision.