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Licensed Physical Therapist
Company : Reliant Rehabilitation
Location : Mercer Island, WA, 98040
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
$15,000 Sign on Bonus
When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population.As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company.We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training, as well as systems and proven protocols to help ensure everyone is providing therapy in the most effective way for the patients and the most compliant way to help ensure our SNF partners are covered.Why Reliant:
- Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
- Great Corporate Support
- Therapy company ran by Therapists with decades of experience
- A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
- Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapists needs in location, schedule, or development
Reliant Benefits May Include:
- Competitive Pay Packages
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with employer match
- PTO Share Program
- PTO Buy-Back Program
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Maternity Support Program
- Company-sponsored continuing education courses
- Clinical Leadership Support
- Tuition Loan Repayment Program
- Flexible Schedules
Education/Experience:
- A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy
Computer Skills:
- Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
- Basic Internet navigation skills
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid physical therapist state license
- Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
Responsibilities
Physical Therapist
Summary:Provides physical therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provides quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, supervision of assistants and Rehab Techs, and case management responsibilities. Maintains professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adheres to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Optimize the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing physical therapy
- Provide consultation and clinical supervision to PTAs.
- Directly supervise PTA and Rehab Tech in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources and facilitates the ongoing development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA), and Reliant Rehabilitation policy.
- Build a strong physical therapy program
- Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
- Maintain a valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
- Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
- Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
Qualifications
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Frequently asked questions
Mercer Island's healthcare facilities often emphasize rehabilitative care for aging populations, creating a focused demand for Licensed Physical Therapists skilled in skilled nursing and long-term acute care. This local emphasis affects patient demographics and therapy protocols compared to more urban or rural Washington settings.
Therapists at Reliant Rehabilitation navigate a multi-state, large-scale skilled nursing environment requiring adherence to strict federal regulations and facility protocols. Balancing clinical excellence with compliance and supervising assistants demands adaptability and leadership within a corporate yet therapist-driven culture.
Besides holding a valid Washington state physical therapist license, Mercer Island employers often prefer therapists familiar with Medicare/Medicaid billing and skilled nursing facility regulations. Knowledge of local healthcare standards and infection control tailored to SNFs enhances employability in this region.
Reliant Rehabilitation uniquely supports therapists through clinical ladders and continuing education platforms, encouraging career growth from clinical roles into leadership within the company. Their internal promotion culture rewards skill development and management capabilities in a therapy-focused environment.
Licensed Physical Therapists in Mercer Island typically earn between $85,000 and $105,000 annually, slightly higher than some Seattle outskirts due to the cost of living and demand for skilled nursing therapy services. Reliant’s $15,000 sign-on bonus further enhances total compensation packages locally.
You’ll engage in hands-on patient evaluations, develop personalized treatment plans, and supervise therapy assistants within SNFs. Reliant emphasizes compliance and quality care, so your clinical decisions will align with established protocols while fostering teamwork among rehab staff.
Yes, Reliant Rehabilitation provides company-sponsored continuing education courses, clinical leadership support, and tuition loan repayment programs, empowering therapists to enhance their expertise and pursue advanced certifications while maintaining active clinical roles.
Many believe therapy in SNFs is less dynamic than hospital settings, but Mercer Island PTs at Reliant handle complex cases requiring advanced skill and adaptability. Also, the role extends beyond patient care to include supervision, compliance management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Reliant is therapist-led with a strong focus on internal career growth and compliance. Unlike other companies, it offers structured clinical ladders, extensive continuing education, and a culture valuing therapist input, which enriches professional development and job satisfaction.
With Mercer Island’s aging population and Reliant’s presence in over 850 facilities nationwide, therapists experience a steady workload demanding efficient patient management and documentation skills, balancing high-quality care with regulatory compliance in a competitive, patient-centered market.