Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$83k-$85k

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedics
  • Grow Your Physical Therapist Career with Us!
  • Bend, OR

At Step & Spine Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN PT's who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

  • Why Clinicians Choose Step & Spine
  • Competitive Physical Therapist Salary:$83,000-$85,000
  • Sign on & SLRP incentives are subject to start availability
  • Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
  • 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Structured onboarding and mentorship for new-grad PTs
  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
  • Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Oregon PT license (or eligibility)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PT Career

When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.

Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.

You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy care to help patients improve mobility, strength, and function. Collaborate with the clinical team to track patient progress and foster positive relationships within the community.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient careMobility assessmentStrength trainingTreatment planningClinical documentationEvidence-based practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

Upstream Rehabilitation ranks #7 of 13 employers hiring Physical Therapist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In Oregon, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (98 salary observations; 201 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,390 salary observations; 15,589 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 62% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$84k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution41 jobs · 22 employers

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$105k-115k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
78% this job
Sign-on bonus
45% this job
Loan repayment
33% this job
Visa sponsorship
20%

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Bend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$698k
Typical market rent
$2,288/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.6
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Bend, OR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary ($83,000-$85,000)
Sign-On Bonus
Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP)
Achievable Monthly Clinical Bonus Program
100% Employer Paid Medical Health Insurance Premium Option
Dental and Vision Insurance
401k with Company Match
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays