Physical Therapist - Clinic Director ‘Potential Partnership”
Listed compensation
$100k-$115k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist/Clinic Director ‘Potential Partnership” – Outpatient Ortho
- Lead Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Team with Us!
- Port Orchard, WA
- Offering a $20,000 Sign on Bonus!
At NW Sports Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you can focus on patient care while advancing your career in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy.
We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN Physical Therapists — including new grads — who want competitive pay, strong mentorship, and a clear path to professional growth that flexes with every stage of your career.
- Why Clinicians Choose NW Sports
- Competitive Physical Therapist salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year
- Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
- Reasonable caseloads: 10-12 visits/day expectation
- Student loan repayment assistance – non-taxed monthly payments, directly to the principle of your loan!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available)
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Structured onboarding and ongoing 1:1 mentorship for new-grad PTs
- In-house Residency & Fellowship programs (OCS, SCS, hand & manual therapy)
- Robust CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1500 annual allowance for external courses!
Free Medbridge Account / Ongoing Access
- Advanced clinical technology seamlessly integrated with EMR that streamlines documentation and maximizes time with patients
- A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
- What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist
- Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for your patients
- Deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy
- Collaborate with peers in a fun, values-driven team environment
- Build lasting connections with patients and local providers
- Continue learning and growing through Upstream’s education and development programs
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT, MPT, or equivalent)
- Active / pending Washington State Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
- A Better Place to Build Your PT Career
Results (Ascension - Saint Thomas) is proud to be part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of brands. When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic. Our central support teams handle the administrative work so you can focus on what matters most — yourself, your patients, and your team.
With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success. You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists grow at Upstream!
Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.
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Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic.
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
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
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality therapy while maintaining efficient clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$108k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $100k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington 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, 48% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in physical therapy | ranked against 21,894 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$100k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Washington | 502 active | 21,569 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 48% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Washington Physical Therapist listings: 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 23% offer loan repayment521 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,629 in the last 30 days | 4,305 the 30 days before (+77%)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 - Clinic Director ‘Potential Partnership” at Upstream Rehabilitation a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,894 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$108k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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