Postion Name - Physical Therapist
Scope Of Role
- The roles to be filled are for physical therapists (PTs) at a hospital and wellness center.
- The PT positions are full-time and involve working in both acute care and outpatient settings.
- The PT role is open due to the hospital doubling its acute care beds and restarting a swing unit program, requiring additional staff to manage increased patient volume.
Role requirements
- Candidates should be willing to work in acute care settings but do not need to be acute care specialists.
- The outpatient clinic sees a variety of orthopedic and neurological cases, including knees, hips, back, shoulders, chronic pain, CVAs, MS, and some pediatrics.
- There is no strict requirement for additional certifications; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are prioritized.
- Schedules are flexible, with options for Monday-Thursday, Tuesday-Friday, or five 8-hour days, and the ability to work 4 tens is negotiable.
Interview process
- Company is open to candidate right out of school and who are experienced in terms of salary. If someone is right out of school their salary will be closer to 44. With 1 - 5 years experience salary will be 44 - 51. 5+ years would be between 51 - 62. Certificates are a plus but not required.
- The hiring manager prefers to conduct initial phone interviews herself to reduce back-and-forth scheduling.
- After the phone interview, the hiring manager consults with her team and provides feedback to the recruiters.
- Typically, candidates undergo one additional interview, either onsite or virtual, involving multiple team members before a decision is made.
Compensation and quota
- Specific compensation details were not discussed in the conversation.
- The hospital offers a benefits package including medical coverage, a $200 credit for hospital services, PTO based on years of service, and six major holidays off.
- Continuing education support is available through MedBridge subscriptions and potential funding approval for courses upon request.
Other details
- New hires undergo a hospital orientation every other week, including tours, benefits overview, and Epic EMR training.
- Initial work includes shadowing PTs and PTAs, followed by a gradual ramp-up to managing their own patients.
- The hiring manager emphasizes a community-based mission and accessible leadership, with opportunities for professional growth and service line development.
- Company is willing to relocate a candidate but it's really on a case by case basis and we would have to reduce our recruitment fee in order to make it happen. Candidates in Washington are top priority because the licensing can takes months to complete.
Must have Skills
Core Qualifications
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) Physical Therapist in the state of Washington
Current BLS certification
Clinical Doctorate, Master’s, or Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy
Experience & Competency
Open to all experience levels — from new graduates to 10+ years
New grads: ~$44/hr
1–5 years: $44–51/hr
5+ years: $51–62/hr
At least one year of physical therapy practice preferred, particularly in acute or outpatient care
Comfort working in acute care settings, even if not an acute care specialist
Ability to manage a mixed caseload including:
Orthopedic and neurological conditions (knees, hips, shoulders, back pain)
Chronic pain, CVAs, MS
Occasional pediatric patients
Clinical & Technical Skills
Strong assessment and care planning abilities — able to develop, implement, and modify treatment plans
Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping within an EMR (Epic training provided)
Collaborative approach to working with physicians, PTAs, and interdisciplinary care teams
Knowledge of body mechanics, safety practices, and patient/caregiver instruction
Commitment to quality improvement and patient satisfaction standards
Attributes & Culture Fit
Enthusiastic and eager to learn; continuous improvement mindset
Community-driven and mission-oriented — aligns with SPMC’s focus on accessible rural healthcare
Flexible and adaptable to mixed inpatient/outpatient schedules
Strong communication skills with patients, families, and staff
Comfortable in a collaborative, team-based environment with accessible leadership
Schedule & Work Structure
Full-time positions available
Flexible schedules:
4x10s or 5x8s
Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday options
Work in both acute care and outpatient settings (rotations vary by patient need)
Participation in biweekly hospital orientation, including Epic EMR and shadowing period prior to independent caseload
Growth & Development
Support for continuing education (MedBridge subscription and course funding opportunities)
Access to leadership and service-line development opportunities as the department expands
Regular feedback and coaching from experienced PT leadership
Location & Relocation
Candidates from Washington State preferred due to licensing timelines
Relocation considered case-by-case (potential fee adjustment for agency)
Nearby communities where staff live: Lacey, Tumwater, Montesano, Ocean Shores
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