What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Physical Therapist position at Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services?
Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
About Us
Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services, Inc. offers a truly unique outpatient setting where therapy takes place in a nature‑based environment. We incorporate hippotherapy as a powerful treatment tool, allowing patients to thrive outside traditional clinic walls. To learn more, visit www.StridesofStrength.org.
Mission
We strive to provide comprehensive therapeutic services and programs utilizing a variety of professional restorative aids, nature‑based learning, and skilled equine movements to facilitate physical and emotional growth, learning, and healing.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) to join our team. This role blends traditional physical therapy practice with outdoor, equine‑assisted, and nature‑based approaches. The LPT will collaborate with trained horse handlers to ensure safe, engaging, and effective treatment sessions while helping patients reach their fullest potential.
Responsibilities
About Us
Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services, Inc. offers a truly unique outpatient setting where therapy takes place in a nature‑based environment. We incorporate hippotherapy as a powerful treatment tool, allowing patients to thrive outside traditional clinic walls. To learn more, visit www.StridesofStrength.org.
Mission
We strive to provide comprehensive therapeutic services and programs utilizing a variety of professional restorative aids, nature‑based learning, and skilled equine movements to facilitate physical and emotional growth, learning, and healing.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) to join our team. This role blends traditional physical therapy practice with outdoor, equine‑assisted, and nature‑based approaches. The LPT will collaborate with trained horse handlers to ensure safe, engaging, and effective treatment sessions while helping patients reach their fullest potential.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services to patients in an outpatient, nature‑based setting.
- Incorporate hippotherapy techniques into treatment sessions.
- Collaborate with horse handlers and staff to ensure safe and meaningful therapy experiences.
- Build strong connections with patients and families through compassionate, patient‑centered care.
- Support the mission of Strides of Strength by fostering growth, healing, and resilience.
- Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) — new graduates are welcome.
- Prior experience working with horses preferred.
- Willingness to complete hippotherapy training (provided).
- Relaxed, approachable demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
- Passion for working outdoors and in nontraditional therapy environments.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Compensation commensurate with experience and licensure.
- Supportive, welcoming team environment.
- Opportunity to practice PT in a creative, nontraditional setting.
- Make a lasting impact on patients and families.
- Work in a nature‑based facility that embraces fresh air, open spaces, and equine‑assisted therapy.