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Spire Orthopedic Partners
North Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80.8K - $121.2K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: OSA Lowell 2301 - North Chelmsford, MA 01863Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: MastersSalary Range: $80,800.00 - $121,200.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Some travel between company locationsJob Shift: VariedJob Category: Health CareLocation: Lowell Hours: Varied; 7am to 7pm Who we are: Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future.

As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What you’ll do: Conducts screening patients regularly to determine the need for additional intervention/treatment and/or modifications. Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.

Interprets data, formulates goals and treatment plans and incorporates patient, family and other team members into the treatment plan's coordination and throughout treatment. Provides physical therapy services to patients and in accordance with PT guidelines for professional practice and per clinic policy.

Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modify treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with treatment plan and physician orders. Participates in patient, family and staff education and provides in-service education to the members of the patient’s care team as needed.

Provides clinical information promptly about safety and functional needs as required. Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in their own environment. Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services.

Ensures the implementation, compliance, and monitoring of the Infection Control Program following all policies, procedures, and safety regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Who You Are

Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral degree in physical therapy as evidenced by current state. One year of physical therapy experience, orthopedic outpatient experience preferred. Active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Massachusetts.

Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment. Maintains excellent working relationship with the medical professional and other health related facilities and organizations.

Promotes Company philosophy, mission, and objectives within and to customers outside the organization. Ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time. willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

Understands and demonstrates the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions. Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with clinical policies. Has knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

Ability to identify and implement components of the physical therapy process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate (verbally and written) and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.

Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations. Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills. Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.

What We Offer

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities Dynamic environment Access to a diverse network of practitioners Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience Competitive

Compensation

Generous PTO Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”). IND1

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will regularly screen and evaluate patients to gather necessary data for treatment planning and implementation, providing physical therapy services in accordance with professional guidelines and clinic policy. Responsibilities also include monitoring patient response, modifying treatment to attain goals, participating in education for patients and staff, and developing home programming.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in physical therapy and hold an active Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts, with one year of experience preferred, especially in orthopedic outpatient settings. Essential qualifications include familiarity with HIPAA and insurance regulations, strong organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient ScreeningPatient EvaluationGoal FormulationIntervention MonitoringPatient EducationDocumentationHIPAA CompliancePrioritizationCommunication

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

In Massachusetts, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (591 salary observations; 1,285 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,879 salary observations; 56,729 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$101k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Spire Orthopedic Partners 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 22,017 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs · 24 employers

401k / retirement match
87% this job
Sign-on bonus
69%
CME allowance
62%
Loan repayment
21%
Relocation assistance
10%

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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 22,017 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Spire Orthopedic Partners

Medical Practices
Middletown, Connecticut
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Generous PTO
Growth Opportunities