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Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist | Direct Hire


Job Location:

Fort Wayne, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Sign-on Bonus: Up to $15000

Relocation Bonus: Up to $5000


We are seeking a skilled compassionate and motivated Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist to join a collaborative care team in Wabash Indiana. Youll work in a fast-paced outpatient setting with a diverse orthopedic caseload sports injuries post-operative cases joint replacements and chronic musculoskeletal conditions with close collaboration with referring physicians and orthopedic surgeons.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients using clinical tests medical history and observation to develop individualized treatment plans
  • Design and implement interventions for joint replacements sports injuries sprains/strains post-surgical rehab work-related injuries and balance disorders
  • Apply evidence-based techniques including manual therapy therapeutic exercise neuromuscular re-education and modalities as appropriate
  • Collaborate closely with referring physicians and orthopedic surgeons to coordinate care and optimize outcomes
  • Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs injury prevention and post-discharge care
  • Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations progress notes and discharge summaries in compliance with professional and legal standards
  • Participate in staff meetings continuing education and quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • DPT or Masters degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
  • Current and valid Indiana PT license (or eligible)
  • CPR certification
  • Strong clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

Preferred

  • 1 year of outpatient orthopedic PT experience (new grads with strong clinical rotations considered)
  • Specialty certification or training: McKenzie Maitland Dry Needling or Graston
  • Familiarity with EMR systems

Schedule

MondayFriday flexible scheduling options. No weekends or holidays required.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Wellness and lifestyle reimbursement program
  • Paid community volunteer time
  • Ongoing professional development support
  • Supportive team-oriented environment with strong physician collaboration

This is a permanent direct hire position full employee benefits from day one. Apply now and a recruiter will follow up within one business day.


Required Experience:

IC