Physical Therapist - Aquatic / Ortho

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Spero Rehab has built a strong reputation in the Houston and Austin areas for thoughtful, patient-centered physical therapy rooted in strong clinical relationships and high-quality care. As part of Intune Physical Therapy, Spero Rehab is supported by a broader organization that invests in clinicians, strengthens local operations, and helps teams continue delivering excellent care without losing what makes their clinic unique.

You will be employed by Intune Physical Therapy and work locally under the Spero Rehab brand.

Physical Therapist

Role Summary

Are you a compassionate healthcare professional dedicated to improving patients' quality of life through movement and rehabilitation? Join our dynamic physical therapy clinic, where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our patients' lives every day. We're seeking a skilled Physical Therapist who combines clinical excellence with genuine care to help our diverse patient population overcome mobility challenges and achieve their functional goals.

In this role, you will provide a blend of aquatic and land-based physical therapy services, using the unique benefits of both treatment environments to create individualized rehabilitation programs and optimize patient outcomes.

With a split schedule between our therapy pool and traditional clinic setting, you'll treat a diverse patient population, including orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, and chronic pain conditions.

This position is ideal for a therapist who enjoys variety in their practice and is passionate about delivering evidence-based care across multiple treatment settings to help patients achieve their functional goals and improve their quality of life.

*We are open to part-time or full-time shift preferences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients' conditions and develop personalized treatment plans
  • Provide hands-on therapy and exercise instruction to improve mobility, strength, and function
  • Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Educate patients and their families on preventive care, home exercises, and injury prevention
  • Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care
  • Stay current with the latest evidence-based practices and treatment techniques
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive clinic culture

Participate, as requested and with reasonable notice, in community outreach, local events, patient education, employer/school outreach, or relationship-building activities that support clinic growth, brand awareness, and community engagement. Frequency may vary by market, business need, and role.

Qualifications

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program or eligibility to obtain, preferred

  • State physical therapy license in good standing or eligibility to obtain, preferred
  • Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) or eligibility to take exam, preferred
  • Experience in outpatient orthopedic setting, preferred
  • Strong manual therapy skills and exercise prescription knowledge
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds

Team-oriented Approach to Patient Care

Experienced and new graduates encouraged to apply!

What We Offer

Join our team and experience a workplace that truly values your wellbeing and growth. We offer:

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

401(k) Retirement Plan: Company-sponsored retirement savings plan with a 50% employer match to help you build long-term financial security for your future.

Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO policy and paid holidays that allow you to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones.

Professional Growth: Robust continuing education opportunities and professional development programs that help you expand your skills and advance your career. We are proud to offer a $1,500 annual continuing education benefit for our full-time licensed clinicians and $750 per year for our part-time licensed clinicians.

Community Connection: Regular social events that foster meaningful relationships with colleagues in a collaborative environment.

Clear Path Forward: Structured career advancement opportunities that recognize your contributions and help you reach your professional goals.

Student Loan Repayment Program: Financial assistance to help you reduce your educational debt and achieve financial freedom sooner.

About Intune Physical Therapy

Intune Physical Therapy is a growing, family-owned organization who partners with strong local clinics and supports them with the systems, resources, and leadership needed to grow while preserving the relationships and clinical identity that made them successful. Our belief is simple: great care starts with personal connection. We want clinicians to do meaningful work, patients to receive excellent care, and local teams to feel supported for the long term.

Join Spero Rehab and Intune Physical Therapy, and help us continue building something special for patients, clinicians, and the Austin and Houston communities.

#IntuneJobs

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Aquatic therapyOrthopedic physical therapyPatient evaluationClinical documentationTeam collaborationEvidence-based practiceNeurological rehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (627 salary observations; 5,933 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,385 salary observations; 67,385 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 Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $93k (middle half $93k–$97k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Texas vs national$87k median in Texas$94k nationally (−7%)627 state / 12,385 national salary observations
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Texas2,062 active22,013 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 36% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentTexas physical therapist listings (all specialties): 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,906 in the last 30 days4,367 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
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution

46 jobs · 33 employers
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
30%
Loan repayment
22% this job
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,960 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Intune Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, Tennessee

Benefits & Perks

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with 50% Employer Match
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
$1,500 Annual Continuing Education Benefit (Full-Time)
$750 Annual Continuing Education Benefit (Part-Time)
Student Loan Repayment Program
Structured Career Advancement Opportunities
Regular Social Events

Living in Austin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$450k
Typical market rent
$1,571/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.