Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Job Description
Doctor of Physical Therapy – Full time
Location: Flint, MI
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm or 4 days a week/10h shift - 8am-6pm.
At Epic Health, we don’t just treat conditions—we transform lives. We’re on a mission to provide healthcare that actually works for our community, focusing on the needs of the most vulnerable. As a multi-specialty practice, we take a comprehensive approach to patient care, looking at the big picture. We don’t shy away from challenges, and we need a passionate, driven Physical Therapist who’s ready to jump in and help our patients reclaim their mobility and quality of life.
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate like you mean it: Assess patients’ physical conditions, combining medical history, diagnostic tests, and hands-on observation to create the most accurate picture possible.
- Design treatments that actually work: Develop personalized rehabilitation plans that go beyond just the basics—aim for strength, mobility, and real progress.
- Implement treatment like a pro: Use everything in your toolkit—manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation—to get patients back to moving like they should.
- Track and adjust: Monitor patients’ progress closely. If something’s not working, change it up. Keep pushing for results and don’t settle.
- Collaborate with the best: Work with our providers and the rest of the healthcare team to ensure patients are getting the most holistic, comprehensive care possible.
- Teach patients to keep going: Show patients and their families how to continue treatment at home with personalized exercises and mobility techniques. Teach them how to prevent injuries and take control of their health.
- Stay organized: Keep accurate, up-to-date records on patient progress, treatment plans, and any adjustments made. Your documentation will keep our team aligned and informed.
- Lead the charge: If you oversee physical therapy assistants or aides, make sure they’re delivering care that meets Epic’s high standards and aligns with treatment goals.
What You’ll Bring
- Education: A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Passing the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and obtaining state licensure to practice in Michigan.
- Experience: Strong background in physical therapy, with a solid understanding of therapeutic techniques and patient management.
- Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and patient management skills. Ability to create individualized rehabilitation plans that truly make a difference.
- Strength: Ability to lift 40+ lbs. We’re looking for someone who can get their hands dirty—literally and figuratively.
- Familiarity: Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in physical therapy.
Why Join Epic Health?
- Competitive Salary: You’re worth it, and we’ll make sure you’re recognized.
- Health, Vision, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered in more ways than one.
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay: Because we know you work hard, you deserve time to recharge.
- 401K Retirement Plan: We’re in this for the long haul, together.
- Paid Orientation and Training: We’ll get you up to speed and keep you sharp.
Ready to Change Lives?
At Epic Health, we’re not here to settle. We want to change the game in healthcare, and we need people who are ready to bring their best every single day. If that sounds like you, let’s get to work.
Apply today and be part of something truly EPIC - epichs.org
- Background checks are required for this role.
Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist will evaluate patient conditions, develop personalized rehabilitation plans, and implement treatments using various therapeutic techniques. They will also monitor patient progress, collaborate with the healthcare team, and provide education on home exercises and injury prevention.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program and possess a valid Michigan state license. Strong clinical skills, the ability to lift 40+ lbs, and effective communication skills are required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (261 salary observations; 1,695 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,008 salary observations; 66,534 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 22,012 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Michigan vs national | $89k median in Michigan | $94k nationally (−5%)261 state / 13,008 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Michigan | 651 active | 22,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 38% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan physical therapist listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment673 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,905 in the last 30 days | 4,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| EPIC Health System | silver tier, 74/100 | Top Employers work-life index21 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at EPIC Health System a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,012 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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