Physical Therapist at Career Links in Westport, WA

Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Type: Full-Time | Hospital-Based Rehabilitation (Inpatient & Outpatient) Compensation: $45.00–$55.00 per hour (DOE) Experience Level: New Graduates Welcome!

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At Career Links, we connect passionate healthcare professionals—therapists, social workers, psychologists, interpreters, educators, and healthcare specialists—with exciting and meaningful opportunities across the country. Our mission is to serve with understanding, integrity, and professionalism, pairing talented professionals with top-tier facilities in rewarding assignments and locations.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist for a hospital-based rehabilitation position in Washington, working with a diverse inpatient and outpatient caseload. The facility promotes a collaborative team culture focused on clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and professional growth. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

As a Physical Therapist, you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients across acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient settings. You will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to help patients improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician referrals.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility training.
• Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions.
• Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Participate in discharge planning and patient/caregiver education.
• Contribute to program development, departmental initiatives, and quality improvement activities.
• Present in-service education and participate in continuing professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, Washington state regulations, Medicare requirements, and professional standards of practice.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current Washington Physical Therapist License issued by the Washington State Department of Health, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date.
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) or eligibility for licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, clinical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Preferred

• Previous experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, or hospital-based therapy settings.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and hospital documentation standards.
• Interest in working with a varied patient population across multiple rehabilitation settings.

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits:

• $45.00–$55.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement plan options
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Life insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available to qualified candidates
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Supportive team environment and clinical mentorship

Why Choose Career Links?

Because your career should be as rewarding as the care you provide. At Career Links, you'll find the opportunity, support, and benefits that empower you to thrive—professionally and personally. We are committed to helping healthcare professionals build meaningful careers while making a lasting impact on the communities they serve.

Apply Now

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, we'd love to hear from you. Join Career Links and become part of a collaborative rehabilitation team dedicated to improving patient outcomes throughout Washington.