Outpatient Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Physical Therapist

Setting : Outpatient

Location : Tukwila, WA

Position Type : Full-time, permanent

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing exceptional patient care through thorough evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and effective administration of therapy for a wide range of outpatient conditions. This role focuses on optimizing patient outcomes while ensuring adherence to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and develop comprehensive treatment plans for outpatient conditions, including occasional direct-access cases.
• Apply a variety of therapeutic interventions, including exercises, modalities, manual therapy, and other treatments in accordance with state practice guidelines.
• Ensure lawful, ethical, and evidence-based delivery of therapy services.
• Accurately document patient care according to regulatory and departmental standards.
• Provide direct supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) as required.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, leadership, and clinical staff to support coordinated care.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic environment.
• Maintain flexibility with scheduling and travel to meet clinic needs, which may include variable shifts or multiple locations.
• Uphold safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and self.
• Participate in ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and share relevant knowledge with colleagues as directed.
• Support occasional community outreach or educational events.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements