Physical Therapist or PTA PRN
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Job Description
Physical Therapist
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Organization: Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Overview
Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team in Philadelphia offices. As two of the region’s most respected providers of orthopedic and upper extremity care, we offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and ongoing professional development.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist assesses, treats, and manages patients with orthopedic conditions in an outpatient clinic setting. This role involves developing individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and patients, providing patient education, supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and Aides, and serving as a resource for the Physical Therapy team. This is a PRN role.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patient condition and establish goals, treatments, and care plans in conjunction with physicians, patients, and families
- Ensure appropriate treatments are performed in an interdisciplinary manner, consulting with physicians on patient care
- Document findings, treatments, and other patient information accurately in the medical record
- Educate patients and families on therapies, exercises, and home care instructions
- Serve as an information and education resource for patients, families, and staff
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides
- Support ongoing education and professional development of the Physical Therapy staff
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree and current certification as a physical therapist accepted
- Master’s degree and current certification as a physical therapist accepted
- Doctorate degree and current certification as a physical therapist accepted
Licenses & Certifications
- Current Physical Therapist license in Pennsylvania
- BLS Certificate Required
Experience
- Experience in an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic preferred
- New graduates encouraged to apply!!
About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 120 providers across 50+ locations. Our facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers to ensure timely access to high-quality, patient-focused care.
Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery.
With 20+ convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Pennsylvania, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (301 salary observations; 2,347 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,428 salary observations; 56,804 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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