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Hillsboro, Oregon

On Call - Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Per Diem · on_site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • knowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES OF POSITION Treating patients/clients represent a broad range of diagnoses and conditions from the University (students, faculty, and staff) and local communities. Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating the data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention. Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home. Confer with the patient, medical practitioners and appropriate others to plan, implement and assess the intervention program. Document prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's electronic health records. Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions. Test and measure patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency and record data. Identify and document goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation. Provide information to the patient about the proposed intervention, its material risks and expected benefits and any reasonable alternatives. Inform the patient when diagnosis reveals findings outside the physical therapy scope of practice and refer to an appropriate practitioner. Discharge patient from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals. Patient sessions are 1:1 for ~ 45 minutes. The schedule may include hours outside of an 8:00 am - 5:00 pm schedule. Adhere to the American Physical Therapy Association – Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist. Practice in a manner consistent with the Physical Therapy Oregon State Statute. Develop and cultivate relationships with referring practitioners. Assist with developing and implementing marketing activities. Assist with scheduling patient visits and checking patients in. Assist with maintenance of the clinic. Additional opportunities include: clinical education for physical therapy students, teaching opportunities in the entry level physical therapy program (e. g., laboratory assistant or guest lecturer), and service-learning opportunities. JOB SCOPE Duties are performed as expected from an independent practitioner and work is checked or verified visually, orally and in writing on a frequent basis. Decisions are made within specific operational instructions and departmental guidelines. SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY This position is not supervisory in nature.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of physical therapy experience and must possess an Oregon Physical Therapist License or be eligible for licensure in Oregon. Prior clinical education and teaching experience is preferred. Doctorate in physical therapy and board certification preferred. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS Technologically adept and able to learn new computer applications rapidly Experience with electronic health records, including developing workflows and optimization Ability to prioritize tasks, ask questions and assist to complete tasks. Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee’s particular job. Demonstrated experience in customer service and customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff, and maintain strong adherence to principles such as FERPA, HIPAA and other laws. Bilingual in Spanish is desired. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Hearing Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Repetitive motion Standing Stooping Talking Walking Reading Sitting Typing Writing PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Medium to heavy work. APPLICATION PROCESS To apply, please upload your resume, cover letter and three professional references along with your Paycom application. Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future. At Pacific University, we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity-minded, and responsive. Our communal success rests on the recognition that complex problems and effective solutions are best approached by teams with a variety of diverse perspectives. and life experiences. As we continue to develop our equity practices, we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs where they are unsure if they can perform every function in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about how your background and skill set may qualify you for the role. We, who make up Pacific University, aspire to become a community of purpose where everyone is enabled to be wholly and comfortably who they are; accountable for inclusive behaviors and practices; built on trust, civility, care, openness, and honest conversations often around critical subjects. We know that these values are critical to prepare for a global world with complex problems, through an asset-based mindset so that everyone is afforded an opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected, their contributions are valued, and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

  • ability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email at provost@pacificu.edu.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will design and implement treatment programs to restore physical function and alleviate pain for a diverse patient population. Responsibilities include performing initial exams, documenting progress in electronic health records, and collaborating with medical practitioners.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least 5 years of physical therapy experience and a valid Oregon Physical Therapist License. A Doctorate in physical therapy and board certification are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient TreatmentPhysical Therapy DiagnosisPatient EducationClinical DocumentationHIPAA ComplianceFERPA ComplianceSpanish BilingualismPatient Assessment

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks42 jobs · 38 employers

401k / retirement match
86% this job
CME allowance
60%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
26%
Relocation assistance
12%

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site

Living in Hillsboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$493k
Typical market rent
$1,944/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Pacific University

Higher Education
Forest Grove, Oregon
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off
Medical coverage with alternative care options
Dental and vision plans
Retirement contribution after one year
Free mental health appointments
Tuition remission for employees and dependents
On-campus benefits (sports facility, library, discounts)