What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Pappas OPT Physical and Hand Therapy?
Overview
Coastal Living Meets Career Growth - Earn $80K–$105K $15,000 Sign-On Bonus — With Training, Career Development & a Strong Clinical Team
At Pappas OPT in Tiverton, Rhode Island, a member of the Confluent Health Family, physical therapists practice in an environment built for high quality care, professional growth, and sustainable careers. We support clinicians with innovative tools, strong mentorship, and clear development pathways.
Tiverton, RI offers peaceful coastal living along Narragansett Bay, known for its charming waterfront views, marinas, and historic New England character. With farm-to-table dining, scenic backroads, and close proximity to Newport and Providence, Tiverton provides a relaxed lifestyle while remaining connected to larger metro amenities.
In this role, you’ll evaluate and treat patients in an outpatient setting, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and track clinical outcomes to support patient progress. You’ll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while maintaining strong clinical and documentation standards.
How Pappas OPT, a member of the Confluent Health Family Supports You:
- Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
- Student loan repayment program - We pay your lender monthly! IRS approved. Value increases after two years of employment!
- AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after hours charting so work stays at work.
- Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM) including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.
- Structured mentorship and career development.
- A care model designed to support quality outcomes and efficiency.
Responsibilities
You’ll Achieve Success By:
- Reviewing patients' medical history
- Diagnosing patients by observing their movements and listening to their concerns
- Developing individualized treatment plans for patients with clear goals and expected outcomes
- Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and hands-on manual therapy to manage patients’ pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury
- Recording patient progress andmodifyingthe plan of care as needed
Qualifications
- Physical Therapist Licensure in good standing in the state of Rhode Island
Who We Are:
Pappas OPT is a Member of the Confluent Health Family. Confluent Health is a family of physical therapy and occupational therapy companies transforming healthcare by strengthening private practices, developing highly effective clinicians, and lowering healthcare costs through workplace wellness and injury prevention. This is an organization that is unlike any other, with unmatched possibilities to practice, learn, and master the profession, do meaningful work that impacts lives, and create your path for future success.
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About
Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 inclusive of productivity incentives, with additional compensation opportunities for certifications and location differentials. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.