Physical Therapist

Job Title

Lead Outpatient Physical Therapist

Location

Wabash, IN

Schedule / Job Type

Full-Time | Direct Hire | Onsite | Days | Monday–Friday, No Weekend or Holiday Coverage Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support for supervision of staff and daily clinic operations, collaborating with system rehabilitation leaders on program development and quality improvement.

• Evaluate patients' physical conditions using tests, medical history, and observation to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, orthopedic injuries, and work-related injuries.

• Apply evidence-based therapeutic techniques including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and modalities as appropriate.

• Maintain close professional collaboration with referring physicians and orthopedic surgeons to coordinate care, provide timely updates, and optimize treatment plans.

• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and post-discharge care.

• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with legal and professional standards.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current and valid state license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Indiana, or eligibility to obtain licensure.

• Current CPR certification.

• Strong clinical reasoning, diagnostic, and manual therapy skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Interest in leadership development and comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 2+ years of experience in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy, with a focus on sports medicine.

• Certification or specialized training in techniques such as McKenzie, Maitland, Dry Needling, or Graston.

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical setting.

• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Why Join Us

• This hybrid clinical and operational leadership role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills while maintaining high-level clinical practice within a specialized, high-performance athlete rehabilitation clinic.

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan with employer match, paid volunteer time, professional development opportunities, and dedicated administrative time built into the schedule.