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Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist
About the job Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist
Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist
Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)
HireNow Snapshot
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist to join one of our valued client partners in Wilmington, Delaware. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals regain mobility, overcome physical limitations, and improve long-term functional health through evidence-based outpatient rehabilitation.
The successful candidate will work within a collaborative orthopedic care environment focused on personalized treatment, measurable patient outcomes, and compassionate care. This position offers the opportunity to treat a diverse orthopedic population while partnering with physicians and rehabilitation professionals dedicated to helping patients safely return to work, recreation, and daily life.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive orthopedic and movement assessments.
- Develop individualized rehabilitation plans based on patient goals and clinical findings.
- Deliver evidence-based physical therapy interventions that improve mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and functional performance.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize recovery.
- Educate patients on injury prevention, body mechanics, wellness, and home exercise programs.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation that meets regulatory and payer requirements.
- Support departmental quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices.
- Build positive patient relationships through exceptional communication and compassionate care.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
Required Qualifications
- Current Physical Therapist (PT) license in Delaware or eligibility to obtain Delaware licensure before employment.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent accredited Physical Therapy degree.
- Strong orthopedic rehabilitation evaluation and treatment skills.
- Excellent clinical reasoning and patient education abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage patient caseloads while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Must currently reside within commuting distance of Wilmington, Delaware, or be prepared to relocate independently before employment.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- U.S.-based applicants only.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
- New graduates with strong orthopedic clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.
- Experience treating post-surgical orthopedic patients and musculoskeletal injuries.
- Manual therapy, dry needling, or orthopedic specialty certifications.
- Knowledge of Medicare documentation and rehabilitation compliance.
- Experience implementing return-to-function rehabilitation programs.
- Stable employment history demonstrating continued professional growth.
HireNow Package
- Compensation: $85,000–$126,000 annually
- Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-sponsored 401(k) with company match; paid vacation; paid holidays; paid sick leave; CME/CEU funding; mentorship for new graduates; continuing education assistance; professional development opportunities; and additional company-sponsored benefits.
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Schedule: Monday–Friday (No weekends)
- Work Location: Onsite – Wilmington, Delaware
- Applicant Requirements: U.S.-based applicants only. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of Wilmington, Delaware, or relocate independently before employment.
- Headcount: 1
HireNow Checklist
HireNow Staffing is recruiting a Movement Restoration & Orthopedic Wellness Therapist who demonstrates the following:
- Holds an active Delaware Physical Therapist license or is eligible for Delaware licensure.
- Demonstrates strong orthopedic rehabilitation knowledge and clinical decision-making.
- Delivers individualized, evidence-based treatment focused on measurable patient outcomes.
- Excels in patient education, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Is committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Thrives in a collaborative outpatient orthopedic environment.
- Resides within commuting distance of Wilmington, Delaware.
- Meets all required qualifications while demonstrating multiple preferred qualifications.
HireNow Standout Candidates
Candidates will receive the strongest consideration if they demonstrate:
- Previous outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
- Strong manual therapy and functional movement assessment skills.
- Experience treating post-operative orthopedic and sports-related injuries.
- Excellent patient engagement with measurable functional outcomes.
- Advanced orthopedic certifications or specialized rehabilitation training.
- Commitment to mentorship, teamwork, and lifelong learning.
- Stable employment history demonstrating increasing clinical responsibility and long-term career progression.
HireNow Disqualifiers
The following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:
- Jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed.
- No active Delaware Physical Therapist license or inability to obtain Delaware licensure.
- Limited orthopedic rehabilitation knowledge or clinical experience.
- Poor communication or patient interaction skills.
- Inability to work independently while collaborating within an outpatient clinical team.
- Applicants requiring employment sponsorship.
- Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance of Wilmington, Delaware, or cannot relocate independently.
- Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications required for this position.