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Colfax of Cascadia
Colfax, Washington

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110K–$125K /yr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Full-Time Physical Therapist

Are you a compassionate and driven Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping patients achieve their highest level of independence and mobility? Join our team and play a vital role in restoring function, reducing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents and patients.

As a Full-Time Physical Therapist, you will develop individualized treatment plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and guide patients through their rehabilitation journey while ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations.

Patient Care & Rehabilitation

  • Evaluate patients' physical therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders.
  • Establish therapy goals tailored to each patient's abilities, needs, and tolerance levels.
  • Implement, evaluate, and modify treatment interventions to maximize outcomes.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans to help patients achieve realistic and measurable goals.
  • Provide screenings and therapeutic services designed to improve function, mobility, strength, and overall quality of life.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with physicians, nurses, therapy staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and contribute to team goals.
  • Communicate patient status, progress, and treatment recommendations to patients, families, and care teams.
  • Educate patients and family members on therapy techniques, treatment plans, and ongoing care needs.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
  • Ensure therapy services comply with HIPAA requirements and skilled nursing facility guidelines.
  • Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and support effective care planning processes.

Leadership & Support

  • Provide clinical guidance, consultation, and supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs).
  • Promote best practices in therapy delivery and patient care.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support the rehabilitation and healthcare team.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong understanding of physical therapy principles, techniques, and best practices.
  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Understanding of managed care practices and reimbursement processes.
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing therapy services and documentation in skilled nursing facilities.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Passion for patient-centered care and rehabilitation excellence.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision
  • 401(k)
  • Life, long-term, short-term disability
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Supportive, team-oriented environment

At our facility, you'll have the opportunity to positively impact lives every day while working alongside a supportive team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care and creating an environment where therapists can grow professionally and thrive.

Help patients move better, live stronger, and recover with confidence. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional therapy services.

Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state's specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licenses/Certification

  • Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.
  • Current CPR certification.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic services to improve mobility and function. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningHIPAA complianceInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient educationOrganizational skills

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$101k (505 salary observations; 1,470 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,008 salary observations; 66,534 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 Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in physical therapyranked against 22,012 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Washington vs national$101k median in Washington$94k nationally (+7%)505 state / 13,008 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$110k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Washington500 active22,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 56% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment519 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,905 in the last 30 days4,365 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
Colfax of Cascadiasilver tier, 75/100Top Employers work-life index4 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,012 Physical Therapy listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Colfax of Cascadia 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 22,012 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$118k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
CME allowance
54%
Loan repayment
30%
Relocation assistance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,012 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Colfax of Cascadia

Hospitals and Health Care
Eagle, Idaho
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental and vision
401(k)
Life, long-term, short-term disability
Paid vacation and sick leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive, team-oriented environment

Living in Colfax

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k
Median resident rent
$946/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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