Physical Therapist - Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists
Listed compensation
$85k-$105k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
Job Description
Upstream Rehab is an industry leading therapy management company that partners with physician practices across the nation. In partnering with Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists we have become a preferred outpatient orthopedic therapy service provider to the Spokane, WA community.
To further support the needs of this community we are looking to add a Physical Therapist to our team that is committed to providing a remarkable patient experience through advancing our vision of coordinating patient-centered care with an emphasis on comprehensive evidence-based treatment.
This is enhanced through building integral relationships with our physician partners. Together, we strive to provide exceptional patient outcomes and a positive atmosphere for patient healing while promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Competitive Compensation: $85,000 - $105,000
Full Time (30+ Hours/week) Company Benefits
- Sign on Bonus Incentives
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- 40 min appointment model
- 12 Month New Grad Mentorship program
- Annual continuing education benefit $1500, free MedBridge subscription, and flexible work schedules
- A comprehensive benefits package with PTO, holiday pay, health/pharmacy/dental/vision, 401k match
- Opportunities for physician interaction including clinic shadowing and surgery observation
- Therapy license renewal reimbursement
- Orthopedic and Sports Residencies available in-house
- Leadership development coursework and mentorship
- Life Insurance: will cover 1 x your base salary
- Voluntary Short –Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Employee Assistance Program that provides support, resources, and information for personal and work-life issues
Requirements
- Current or pending PT license
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
CPR Certified
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This annual salary ranges within the specified amounts depending on experience, credentials, certifications, and other qualifications. Full-time positions may also have the opportunity to participate in bonus programs or other incentive plans.
- Washington pay range
- $85,000—$100,000 USD
Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based physical therapy treatment to patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Coordinate patient-centered care while building integral relationships with physician partners to ensure exceptional outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$89k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Orthopedic Surgery listings in Washington | 7 active | 408 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus · loan repayment | Washington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment530 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 341 in the last 30 days | 186 the 30 days before (+83%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Orthopedic Surgery pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$95k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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