Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - West Olympia
Listed compensation
$87k-$93k
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Job Description
West Olympia, WA | Outpatient Orthopedics | Full-Time | $86,500–$93,000 Base Salary | No Weekends | Enhanced Compensation for 1:1 Patient Care | Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500 | Student Loan Repayment
Build the Career You Want—not the One You're Assigned.
IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our West Olympia clinic where you can develop your orthopedic expertise, treat active and performance-focused patients, and build a career around your clinical interests.
New graduates eager to learn are encouraged to apply: Mentorship is a strong part of this clinic’s culture. This is an opportunity to work alongside a residency-trained, board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Clinic Director with extensive experience in manual therapy, spine rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and upper-extremity conditions.
Why This Role?
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a base salary of $86,500–$93,000, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional 20% of your base salary through IRG's professional revenue share model while maintaining 1:1 patient care.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full-time schedule with no weekend shifts. Our West Olympia clinic is closed on weekends, giving you more time for family, personal interests, and life outside the clinic.
- Structured Clinical Mentorship: Join a team that actively supports new graduates and ongoing clinical learning, with opportunities to discuss cases, strengthen clinical reasoning, and build confidence. You will receive weekly one-on-one mentorship, case reviews, clinical reasoning discussions, and hands-on manual therapy instruction.
- Sports and Performance Rehabilitation: Work with active adults, weekend warriors, and performance-minded patients using a squat rack, Rogue sled, Smart Cuffs blood flow restriction equipment, and progressive loading tools.
- Build Your Clinical Niche: Develop your areas of interest with support, autonomy, established local provider relationships, and resources to grow your preferred patient population.
- Professional Development: Access clinical education, residency support, and opportunities to pursue Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification.
What You'll Do
- Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based physical therapy interventions.
- Develop individualized plans of care based on each patient's functional goals, clinical presentation, and rehabilitation needs.
- Provide treatment for orthopedic, spine, vestibular, and upper extremity conditions while developing your clinical interests and expertise.
- Use manual therapy, progressive loading, and appropriate rehabilitation equipment to support patient recovery and functional performance.
- Collaborate with your Clinic Director and clinical mentor to review cases, strengthen clinical reasoning, and refine treatment approaches.
- Build relationships with local healthcare providers and referral partners to support patient access and develop your clinical niche.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
- Current Washington State Physical Therapist license or the ability to obtain licensure. New graduates awaiting licensure are encouraged to apply.
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain as required.
- Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA laws and applicable compliance regulations.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and coordinate clinical responsibilities while maintaining focus in a demanding healthcare environment.
- Commitment to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and continued professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $86,500–$93,000, plus enhanced earning potential.
IRG's professional revenue share model creates a direct connection between your clinical work and your earning potential. Eligible clinicians can earn up to an additional 20% of their base salary through this model while maintaining 1:1 patient care.
Additional Incentives
- Sign-on bonus: up to $2,500
- Student loan repayment: $3,300 over two years
Benefits Include
- Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick time, and personal time
- Continuing education allocation
- Clinical mentorship program
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Clinical Growth & Mentorship
Build your clinical confidence through a structured, one-year mentorship program designed to help you become the orthopedic clinician you aspire to be.
You'll Receive
- OCS Certification Support: Support for pursuing Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification and advancing your orthopedic expertise.
- Weekly one-on-one mentorship with an experienced, board-certified OCS mentor.
- Clinical case reviews and discussions focused on clinical reasoning and treatment decisions.
- Hands-on manual therapy instruction to strengthen your practical skills.
- Progressive skill development to expand your clinical capabilities and confidence.
- Professional growth coaching to help you identify and pursue your long-term goals.
- Clinical Excellence Academy: Access to IRG's Clinical Excellence Academy for continued clinical development.
- Residency Support: Opportunities for residency education and advanced clinical training.
At West Olympia, you'll have the mentorship, resources, and autonomy to explore sports and performance rehabilitation, develop your clinical strengths, and build a career aligned with your interests.
About IRG Physical & Hand Therapy
Since 1996, IRG Physical & Hand Therapy has provided outpatient physical and hand therapy throughout the Pacific Northwest. Locally owned and operated by clinicians, IRG has grown to more than 40 clinic locations and over 320 employees, with a focus on clinical excellence, professional autonomy, and community-based care.
IRG's professional revenue share model emphasizes the value clinicians create through patient care rather than simply the hours they work. Our approach supports professional growth, clinical independence, and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career.
Ready to Build Your Career at West Olympia?
Join IRG Physical & Hand Therapy and develop your orthopedic expertise, grow your clinical interests, and make a meaningful impact on your patients and community—all while enjoying a full-time schedule with work-life balance.
Apply today: irgpt.com
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based interventions. Collaborate with the clinic director and mentors to refine treatment plans and build relationships with local healthcare providers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and possess or be eligible for a Washington State physical therapy license. Current CPR and BLS certification are required, along with a commitment to clinical excellence and professional development.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - West Olympia at IRG Physical Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 426 active Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 58% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in orthopedic surgery (physical therapy) | ranked against 426 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $87k–$93k | Orthopedic Surgery median $100k (middle half $90k–$117k)952 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$84k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Orthopedic Surgery listings in Washington | 6 active | 433 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 58% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $3k sign-on · $3k loan repayment | Washington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 25% offer loan repayment521 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 334 in the last 30 days | 223 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$90k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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