Careers at The Knee Joint

Physical Therapist,
Full Time

Step into a highly impactful, client-first clinic and immediately become part of the action. We are a woman-owned small business serving active and athletic clients of all ages across Marin County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.

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Engineered Precision, Delivered

$90K to $112KSalary Range
40 hoursPer Week, Full Time
Marin CountyOn Site, Private Practice, Corte Madera
One on oneStart To Finish Care

Work the full arc, from post-op to return to sport

Joining our team gives you both a vibrant community to be a part of, and an outstanding clinical reputation supported by industry-leading practitioners and peers. Our clients are: runners, cyclists, hikers, skiers, court and field athletes, post-surgical clients rebuilding strength, and active adults who intend to stay that way. You will work the full arc, from post-operative rehab through performance and return-to-sport decision making.

The Knee Joint, powered by JOUR-KNEE, is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist for our established, award-winning private outpatient physical therapy practice in Marin County. We invest in your growth, leadership, and long term career goals, all in the heart of Marin County, known for its opportunities for an active lifestyle, a vibrant athletic community, cultural diversity, waterfront and redwood parks, and a thriving local economy.

Four Years Running

Voted Best Physical Therapist, Best Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Center, and Best Sports Medicine Clinic.

A high-performing team where your professional growth is encouraged and supported.

How We Practice

60 / 45

Real Session Length

Sixty minute evaluations and forty-five minute follow ups. That structure is what protects your session length, keeps caseloads reasonable, and lets the plan of care be driven by the client in front of you.

1 : 1

Continuity Of Care

Care here is delivered one-on-one, start to finish. The continuity of care allows you and your clients to notice improvements faster and see better long term outcomes.

Hybrid

Payment Model

We operate on a cash-pay, and Medicare and Medicare Advantage hybrid model, and we work in an open practice space where collaborative plans of care lead.

The Three Principles Of Modern PT

Three pillars drive custom programs and above industry average client outcomes

01

Evaluation

Sixty minutes to reason through the case, set goals, and build the plan with the client.

02

Education

Clients leave knowing what is happening in their body and why the program works.

03

Exercise

Evidence-based exercise carries the programs, in an open practice space with a full gym.

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Mentorship And Growth

Regular mentorship and case review with a DPT who specializes exclusively in the lower kinetic chain: hips, knees, ankles, and feet. New graduates and experienced clinicians are welcome.

Mentorship comes directly from a DPT who is a lifelong athlete and has treated thousands of surgical and non-surgical clients with lower extremity conditions across every level of complexity. We are committed clinical collaborators setting the standard for Modern PT care with a focus on supporting clients return to an active lifestyle they love.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Continuing education funding
  • Simple IRA retirement plan with Company matching
  • Paid time off: vacation, sick time, and holidays

Who Thrives Here

California-licensed or license-eligible PTs who are strong communicators, curious about clinical reasoning, and committed to evidence-based practice of Modern PT: evaluation, education, exercise.

You communicate openly and build real relationships with referring physicians, surgeons, and the other providers on a client's care team.

CSCS or equivalent strength credentials, and orthopedic or sports experience are a plus.

Essential Duties

  • Evaluate and treat patients with a variety of orthopedic lower kinetic chain diagnoses, establish treatment plans, and set goals
  • Collaborate and coordinate with referral sources on patient progress
  • Discharge planning with physicians, patient, family, and practice manager as needed
  • Document daily notes, patient evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other client care related activities
  • Attend scheduled departmental meetings, mentoring sessions, training, and case reviews
  • Meet or exceed all deadlines established, be physically present in the workplace on a daily basis as scheduled, and take on other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively, and is able to read and interpret written information
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized, with the ability to solve practical problems
  • Assumes a professional working relationship between clients, staff, and management, and works well independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to establish and adjust to changing schedules and priorities, and to execute duties with minimum direction to meet deadlines
  • Ability to read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule format
  • Must be punctual, have a good attendance record, and have reliable means of transportation to work

Education And Experience

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
  • Must have passed the National Physical Therapy Examination and hold a valid California Physical Therapy License, or be a Physical Therapist License Applicant (PTLA)
  • Experience working with active and athletic populations preferred
  • Proficient in Google Workspace, electronic medical records, and home exercise programs

Start your JOUR-KNEE with us

At The Knee Joint, we are dedicated to supporting our clients' JOUR-KNEE with one custom tailored plan of care at a time. Send your resume and a short note about the clients you love to treat.

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JOUR-KNEE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age (40+), genetic characteristics, medical conditions, pregnancy, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.