What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Direct Performance Physical Therapy?
Work With Athletes. Think Like a Clinician. Practice at a Higher Level.
You became a Physical Therapist to solve real problems, build performance, and help people move at their highest level. At Direct Performance Physical Therapy, you get to do exactly that.This is a performance-based outpatient clinic where your clinical judgment is trusted, your growth is supported, and your patients are motivated to get better.
If you want to work in a clinic where you can think critically, treat intentionally, and continue developing as a clinician, this role could be the right fit.
What Makes This Physical Therapist Role Different:
This is a clinician-led environment where your skillset matters every day.
Here, you can expect:
Focused Patient Care: You evaluate, treat, and guide each patient’s plan of care with intention and ownership.
Athletic and Motivated Patient Population. You work with active patients who are engaged, driven, and committed to improving.
True Clinical Autonomy You are trusted to make decisions, adapt treatment plans, and use your full clinical skillset.
Direct Access Model: You get more opportunities for clinical decision-making, faster patient impact, and stronger continuity of care.
Advanced Treatment Approach: You can apply and grow your skills in ortho, sports rehab, chronic and acute pain, post-op recovery, and performance-based care.
Built for Growth From Day One
Whether you are a new grad or an experienced PT, this clinic is designed to help you keep growing.
Structured Mentorship Program You receive hands-on guidance, feedback, and clinical development so you can build confidence and skill quickly.
Robust Continuing Education Support: You can expand your skillset in areas like dry needling, manual therapy, SFMA, McKenzie techniques, and more.
Clear Path for Advancement. As you grow clinically, there are opportunities to take on more responsibility and expand your role.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Evaluations and Re-Evaluations: Take the time to understand each patient, identify their goals, and build intentional treatment plans.
Treatment Sessions: Deliver focused, high-quality care that helps patients make measurable progress.
Patient Education: Help patients understand their condition, build confidence, and stay engaged in their recovery.
Accurate and Compliant Documentation: Keep your notes clean, efficient, and aligned with professional standards.
Team Collaboration: Work alongside a supportive team that values communication, growth, and shared success.
Community Outreach and Injury Screens: Build relationships in the community and help grow the clinic’s local presence.