Physical Therapist - Oakview (Full-Time)
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist, the ideal candidate will provide high - quality, evidence-based care to a diverse population with musculoskeletal conditions. This role involves evaluating, diagnosis, and implementing individualized treatment plans to restore function, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. They work closely with the medical team including physicians, physical therapy assistants and ancillary staff to coordinate care for optimal patient outcomes.
Position Details
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Days
- FTE / Hours
- 1.0 / 40
Schedule: Mon - Fri: 9a - 600p
Position Requirements
Education: Graduate of an approved program for physical therapy - required.
Licensure
Fully licensed to practice physical therapy in the state of Nebraska and / or Iowa - required.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of hire. Advanced clinical certification is preferred.
Experience: Any Orthopedic experience as a Physical Therapist required.
- Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.
- Strong team orientation.
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.
- Displays flexibility and adaptability to provide patient education regarding their specific physical therapy treatment needs.
- Ability to problem solve with patients, team and other departments within OrthoNebraska.
- Essential Job Functions
- Deliver high quality clinical care and customer service
- Establish goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the patient, family members and healthcare team.
- Provide treatment services to restore, maintain or improve patient functions.
- Promote and advance the hospital's vision to be the BEST through department initiatives and community outreach.
- Develop and enhance the vision of the department with an emphasis on growth and program development.
- Promote collaboration with referring physicians.
- Offer clinical instruction to physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students.
- Must be able and willing to collaborate with others as demonstrated by good listening skills, honest and respectful communication, and engaging in the process of reaching consensus when making decisions.
- Responsible for all other duties as assigned.
Physical requirements: This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will provide evidence-based care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions by evaluating, diagnosing, and implementing individualized treatment plans. They will also collaborate with the medical team to coordinate care and provide clinical instruction to students.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an approved physical therapy program and hold a valid license to practice in Nebraska or Iowa. Previous orthopedic experience is required, and the ability to perform medium-level physical work is necessary.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 42% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
In Nebraska, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (57 salary observations; 241 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 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 | 8.0 / 10 · top 5% in physical therapy | ranked against 21,942 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $92k (middle half $87k–$99k)336 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Nebraska vs national | $91k median in Nebraska | $94k nationally (−4%)57 state / 15,149 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Nebraska index 90.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Nebraska | 115 active | 22,032 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 42% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Oakview (Full-Time) at Ortho Nebraska a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,942 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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