Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$40-$49/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday4-day week · 4×10s
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Job Description
Join Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center as a Physical Therapist and experience an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community! Located in scenic Missoula, Montana, this onsite role allows you to engage directly with patients, helping them regain mobility and enhance their quality of life.
With great work-life balance and competitive pay range of $40.00 - $49.00 per hour, your expertise will be valued as you work in a fun and flexible environment dedicated to excellence and integrity. Collaborate with a professional team that prioritizes safety while focusing on patient satisfaction.
This role is Full-time and has two options for a working schedule: (1) Four 10-hour shifts: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (Wednesday's OFF); (2) Five 8-hour shifts: Monday - Friday.
Embrace a culture that encourages problem-solving and innovation, making every day at work invigorating. Take the leap into a rewarding career where your skills truly matter and apply today!
Hello, we're Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center
Come Join the Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center Team! Culture, development, collaboration, and an energetic team atmosphere are a few of the great things Missoula Bone & Joint has to offer. Winners of the Top Employers Award four years running and known as Becker's 150 Greatest Places to work in healthcare proves this is a great company with professionalism and down-to-earth personalities from management, providers and staff.
Day to Day as a Physical Therapist
At Missoula Bone & Joint, you will play a pivotal role in rehabilitating patients recovering from injuries and surgeries in an outpatient orthopedic setting. This dynamic role allows you to implement tailored treatment plans, utilizing cutting-edge techniques and therapies to restore mobility and function. You will work closely with a diverse range of patients, guiding them through their recovery journey and celebrating their progress every step of the way.
Your expertise will be essential in creating a supportive environment that empowers patients, helping them regain independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals. Join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference in the lives of those you serve!
Requirements for This Physical Therapist Job
Candidates must possess a BS or MS degree or a Certificate in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited education program, coupled with a minimum of one year of clinical experience. The candidate must also have an active license to practice in the State of Montana.
Effective communication skills are essential for building rapport with patients and collaborating with the healthcare team. Strong ethical and moral character references are crucial, as we pride ourselves on maintaining a culture of integrity and professionalism.
Additionally, a willingness to support and encourage co-workers fosters a positive team environment, enhancing both patient care and job satisfaction.
If you are passionate about rehabilitation and possess these skills, you will excel in this rewarding role!
Your Next Step
If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will rehabilitate patients recovering from injuries and surgeries in an outpatient orthopedic setting. They will implement tailored treatment plans and guide patients through their recovery journey to restore mobility and function.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a BS, MS, or Certificate in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program and have at least one year of clinical experience. An active license to practice in the State of Montana is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Montana is 94.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of Montana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 46% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.3 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,894 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $83k–$102k | Physical Therapy median $94k (middle half $68k–$109k)280 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$98k in purchasing power | Montana index 94.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Montana | 85 active | 21,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 46% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Physical Therapist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 20% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,822 in the last 30 days | 4,454 the 30 days before (+76%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Missoula Bone & Joint a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,894 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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