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Ortho Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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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 - Oakview Hospital

Shift: Days

  • FTE / Hours
  • 1.0 / 40

Schedule: Clinic is open M-Th 7a-6:30p and F 7a-6p

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 evaluate, diagnose, and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary medical team to restore patient function and improve overall quality of life.

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 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Musculoskeletal assessmentTreatment planningClinical documentationProblem solvingEvidence-based practiceOrthopedic rehabilitation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist 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 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 412 active Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context

In Nebraska, the Physical Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (57 salary observations; 251 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,827 salary observations; 60,921 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Physical Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 50% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Physical Therapist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 5% in orthopedic surgery (physical therapy)ranked against 412 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapist median $95k (middle half $90k–$105k)271 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Nebraska vs national$91k median in Nebraska$94k nationally (−3%)57 state / 15,827 national salary observations
Cost of livingNebraska index 90.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapist listings in Nebraska118 active23,153 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 50% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (412 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

33 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
70%
Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
24%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 412 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
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About Ortho Nebraska

Hospitals and Health Care
Omaha, Nebraska
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Full-Time
Days
BLS Certification Required
Background Check
Pre-employment Physical and Drug Testing

Living in Omaha

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$281k
Typical market rent
$1,414/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

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

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