Physical Therapist

Licensed Physical Therapist

Full-Time | Exempt

Location: 1 Moody Street, Ludlow, MA 01056

Division: New England Orthopedic Surgeons, Inc. — a proud member of Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance (NOA)

Reports To: Director of Physical Therapy

At New England Orthopedic Surgeons (NEOS), we are dedicated to providing the highest quality musculoskeletal care in Western Massachusetts. As part of the Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance, one of the largest orthopaedic groups in New England, our patients benefit from a wide network of expert providers and advanced resources.

Joining NEOS means being part of a collaborative, patient-centered team where your skills and passion for helping others make a direct impact. We foster a supportive environment that values professional growth, work-life balance, and excellence in patient care.

We believe in taking care of our team the same way we care for our patients. NEOS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Financial Wellness: HSA/FSA options, retirement plan with employer contributions, life insurance, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, sick time, and paid holidays
• Protection & Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Professional Growth: Continuing education support, reimbursement for licenses/renewals, and paid courses
• Workplace Perks: Free parking, end-of-year bonus, and committees dedicated to engagement, wellness, and fun events for staff

At NEOS, you’ll find a workplace that values your well-being, rewards your contributions, and invests in your future.

We are seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with orthopaedic specialists while providing personalized, hands-on care to patients recovering from injury or surgery. The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting where patient outcomes and satisfaction are the top priorities.

• Provide direct care to patients, demonstrating courtesy, respect, and empathy.
• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs, establishing and modifying goals as appropriate.
• Manage and coordinate simultaneous patient care activities (“dovetailing”) without compromising quality.
• Perform related administrative tasks including booking appointments, entering charges, and maintaining clean treatment rooms.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with practice protocols.
• Participate in mandatory trainings, including orientation, OSHA, and software training.

Education & Licensure

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license required.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in orthopedic outpatient rehabilitation preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with physicians, patients, and staff.
• Excellent clinical assessment and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in manual therapy skills, therapeutic modalities, and use of resistive equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy clinic setting.
• Computer literacy; MS Word and medical office software experience preferred.

• Ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment (minimum 50 lbs).
• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and stair climbing.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and evenings.
• Visual and hearing acuity correctable to normal.

• Outpatient clinical setting with regular patient interaction.
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• Fast-paced environment with exposure to patient elements and occasional high stress.

• Salary is based on experience, with a range of $75,000 – $110,000 annually.