Physical Therapist Job Description Template (Free, 2026)

Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT / DPT) Department: [Rehabilitation Services / Outpatient Therapy / Acute Care] Reports To: Rehab Director / Lead Physical Therapist Location: [City, State] | [Outpatient Clinic / Acute Hospital / Home Health / SNF] Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | PRN Schedule: [Monday–Friday / Rotating weekends as needed] About [Clinic / Health System Name] [Organization Name] is a [multi-site outpatient clinic / hospital system / home health agency] specializing in [musculoskeletal rehabilitation / neurological rehab / sports medicine / geriatric therapy]. Our therapy team is committed to evidence-based practice and delivering measurable functional outcomes for every patient. Role Summary The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, establishes evidence-based diagnoses, and develops and implements individualized physical therapy plans of care to restore function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. This PT will manage a caseload of [X] patients per day and will [supervise PTAs / work with PT aides / precept students] as applicable. Key Responsibilities • Perform comprehensive initial evaluations including functional assessment, goniometry, manual muscle testing, gait and balance analysis, and pain assessment • Establish physical therapy diagnoses and individualized, measurable treatment goals in consultation with the referring physician and patient • Develop and implement evidence-based plans of care; progress treatment in response to patient status and outcomes data • Provide direct hands-on treatment including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular reeducation, therapeutic activities, and modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, traction) as clinically indicated • Supervise, direct, and delegate appropriate treatment components to physical therapist assistants (PTAs) and therapy aides in compliance with state practice act requirements • Discharge patients with appropriate home exercise programs and referrals as needed; coordinate with case management and interdisciplinary team • Complete all evaluation, progress note, and discharge documentation in [EMR name, e.g., WebPT, Clinicient, Epic, Raintree] accurately and within required timeframes for billing compliance • Meet productivity standard of [X] units of direct patient care per day or [X] billable visits per day • Provide clinical oversight and mentorship to PT students on clinical rotations • Maintain state PT license, CPR/BLS certification, and all required continuing education credits • Participate in quality improvement programs, peer review, and departmental meetings Required Qualifications • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from a CAPTE-accredited program • Active state Physical Therapist license in [State] or eligibility prior to start date (NPTE passage required) • Current BLS/CPR certification • Ability to perform physical demands of the role: lifting/transferring patients (up to 50 lbs), standing for extended periods, demonstrating exercises • [X]+ years of clinical PT experience in [setting type] preferred for non-new-grad roles Preferred Qualifications • ABPTS specialty certification: OCS, SCS, NCS, GCS, PCS, or WCS • Dry needling certification (varies by state) • McKenzie Method (MDT) credentialing • ASTYM or IASTM certification • Experience with [WebPT / Clinicient / Epic / Raintree / Cerner] EMR Compensation & Benefits • Base Salary: $[X]–$[X] annually (or $[X]–$[X] per hour for PRN) • Productivity bonus plan (above [X] units/visits per day) • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with employer match • Paid time off and paid holidays • CEU reimbursement: $[X,000]/year + [X] paid CEU days • License renewal and professional association membership reimbursement • Student loan assistance program [if offered] • Sign-on bonus: $[X,000] for experienced PTs [if offered] [Organization Name] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in clinical experience and background.