Aquatic Physical Therapist - Pierce County
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Job Description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Aquatic Specialist
At Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS), patients are our priority. Our commitment is One-on-One care, unrivaled educational opportunities, a culture of learning and a place where employees thrive. We have been dedicated to the community and providing clinical excellence and care since 1984.
Olympic Sports & Spine is looking to welcome Physical Therapists to many of our outstanding clinics located in the following locations:
Gig Harbor YMCA
Description
We are seeking a Part-Time Aquatic Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal schedule is Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
In this role, you will provide evidence-based care in an aquatic setting, working with a diverse patient population including orthopedic, post-surgical, chronic pain, neurologic, and sports medicine patients. You'll collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team while helping patients safely progress toward improved function and quality of life.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
- Current Washington State Physical Therapist License (or license applicant status).
- New grads are always welcome to apply.
- Preferred prior experience providing aquatic therapy services
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, an $8,500 Sign-On bonus, and excellent benefits. Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards: osstherapy.com
Matching 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
Health Savings and Flexibility Spending Accounts
- 212 and 252 hours of Paid Time Off, depending upon experience.
- $2K for continuing education & unlimited Medbridge access
- Relocation Assistance
- Advancement opportunities
- Flexibility within the work schedule for work-life balance
- Company-wide celebrations and events that foster our culture and commitment to our employees!
OSS Commitment to Clinical Excellence
At OSS, the pursuit of clinical excellence and the commitment to teaching and learning define our culture. In addition, this culture is characterized by our APTA-accredited mentorship and residency programs and the other continuing education opportunities that set us apart.
- Structured clinical mentorship for therapists (Includes a year-long core curriculum of classes)
- Industry-leading Continuing Education funding for all therapists
- Perpetual calendar of clinical education courses and workshops offered by leading clinical educators
- In-house educational calendar (Includes multiple nationally renowned courses each year)
American Physical Therapy Association Accredited Orthopedic and Sports Residency and Manual Therapy Fellowship Programs.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on age, ancestry, citizenship, color, ethnicity, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or invisible disability status, political affiliation, veteran status, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace, all offers of employment at Olympic Sports & Spine are contingent upon the successful completion of a thorough background screening process. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, credit check (where applicable), criminal record check, and reference checks.
By submitting your application for this position, you acknowledge and consent to the background screening process. Any offer of employment will be conditional until the screening process is completed and the results are deemed satisfactory by Olympic Sports & Spine.
Olympic Sports & Spine is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding background screening.
Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based physical therapy in an aquatic setting for patients with orthopedic, post-surgical, chronic pain, neurologic, and sports medicine needs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients safely improve their function and quality of life.
Requirements
A degree in physical therapy from a CAPTE-accredited institution and a current Washington State physical therapist license or applicant status are required. Prior aquatic therapy experience is preferred, and new graduates are welcome to apply.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 34% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (593 salary observations; 1,214 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,296 salary observations; 58,632 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,840 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $97k (middle half $95k–$113k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Washington vs national | $100k median in Washington | $94k nationally (+7%)593 state / 15,296 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Washington | 525 active | 21,759 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 34% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Aquatic Physical Therapist - Pierce County at Olympic Sports & Spine 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 21,840 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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