Overview

$80,000-$100,000 + Productivity Incentives | Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus | Student Loan Repayment | 4% 401(k) Match | AI Documentation Support

Are you a Physical Therapist looking to build a rewarding career in outpatient orthopedics while enjoying life on the beautiful Crystal Coast?

BreakThrough Physical Therapy, a proud partner of Confluent Health, is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist (PT/DPT) to join our growing outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine team in Morehead City, NC. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a new graduate, you'll have the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, develop specialized clinical skills, and grow your career with industry-leading mentorship and professional development.

At BreakThrough, we're redefining physical therapy through clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, innovative technology, and a commitment to helping clinicians thrive both professionally and personally. Our team includes some of the most highly specialized and board-certified physical therapists in the region, allowing you to learn from experienced clinicians while delivering outstanding patient outcomes.

Why Morehead City?

Imagine helping patients move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities they love-then ending your day with fresh seafood on the waterfront, boating along the Crystal Coast, or watching the sunset at Atlantic Beach just minutes away.

Morehead City offers:

• Coastal living without the cost of larger beach destinations
• A thriving and supportive community
• Strong demand for outpatient physical therapy services
• Opportunities to grow specialty interests and clinical expertise
• Easy access to boating, fishing, beaches, and outdoor recreation
• An exceptional quality of life with a lower cost of living than many coastal markets

Why Physical Therapists Choose BreakThrough

At BreakThrough, we invest in our clinicians through mentorship, continuing education, advanced technology, and clearly defined career pathways.

What We Offer

• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Student Loan Repayment through our Unsaddl Program for eligible clinicians
• Competitive Salary: $80,000-$100,000 plus productivity incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match
• AI-Powered Clinical Documentation Support designed to significantly reduce after-hours charting
• Structured Mentorship and Professional Development Programs
• Industry-Leading Continuing Education through Evidence In Motion (EIM)
• Board Certification and Specialty Development Support
• Multiple Career Growth Pathways including Clinical Excellence, Leadership, Management, and Hybrid Roles
• Collaborative Team Environment with Board-Certified Physical Therapists

Clinical Development Opportunities

Our clinicians regularly develop expertise in:

• Outpatient Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine
• Manual Therapy
• Dry Needling
• Vestibular Rehabilitation
• Balance and Fall Prevention
• Post-Operative Rehabilitation
• Return-to-Sport Programming
• Functional Movement Assessment
• Injury Prevention
• Performance Enhancement
• Board Certification Preparation

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
• Deliver evidence-based outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine physical therapy services
• Utilize manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and patient education to maximize outcomes
• Treat a variety of orthopedic, musculoskeletal, post-surgical, sports-related, and chronic pain conditions
• Monitor patient progress using objective outcome measures and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Collaborate with physicians, athletic trainers, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care
• Empower patients to return to work, sport, recreation, and the activities they love
• Build meaningful relationships within the community you serve

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
• Licensed Physical Therapist or eligible for North Carolina Physical Therapy licensure
• Passion for outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine, and patient-centered care
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and exceptional patient outcomes
• Interest in professional development, continuing education, and clinical specialization
• CPR Certification required

About

Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 + inclusive of productivity incentives. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.