Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient to join a respected healthcare organization in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. In this role, you will work directly with patients to improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and help individuals return to the activities that matter most to them through personalized, evidence-based rehabilitation.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary of $92,000 – $98,000 annually and the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients throughout their recovery. You'll evaluate individual needs, develop customized treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality outpatient rehabilitation focused on lasting functional outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current and active Physical Therapist (PT) license in North Carolina.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong patient evaluation, clinical reasoning, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to provide individualized, patient-centered rehabilitation while managing an outpatient caseload effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an outpatient physical therapy or rehabilitation setting.
• Experience treating orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercise, functional rehabilitation, and evidence-based treatment techniques.
• Experience educating patients on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and long-term mobility strategies.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a personable and results-focused Physical Therapist who finds fulfillment in helping patients regain independence and achieve measurable progress. They combine strong clinical judgment with an encouraging approach to patient care and understand that successful outpatient rehabilitation requires both technical expertise and the ability to keep patients engaged in their recovery. They are organized, collaborative, and committed to helping each patient reach their highest possible level of function.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

Tap Healthcare Solutions connects talented rehabilitation professionals with career opportunities where their clinical expertise can directly improve patients' lives. We focus on matching healthcare professionals with organizations where they can continue developing their skills while delivering meaningful, high-quality care.

This outpatient opportunity in Rutherfordton offers the chance to guide patients through their recovery from evaluation to functional improvement while building lasting therapeutic relationships along the way. With a competitive salary and a role centered on restoring movement, independence, and quality of life, this is an excellent opportunity for a Physical Therapist ready for their next career move.