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Outpatient Physical Therapist | Ortho/General

Bellin Gundersen · Onalaska, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Are you interested in treating pelvic floor patients, and what training would you want first?

What they are checking: Whether they would grow into the pelvic floor work the posting offers and know what that requires.

How do you communicate with referring providers about a patient's progress?

What they are checking: Clear, timely communication with surgeons and physicians, which the posting stresses.

How do you work with PTAs and rehab techs so that patients get consistent care?

What they are checking: Supervising and delegating to a large team of PTAs and techs in this clinic.

If you're a new grad, what kind of mentoring would help you most in your first year here?

What they are checking: Self-awareness about their learning needs, since the posting welcomes upcoming PT graduates.

What would you do

A patient isn't doing their home exercises and progress has stalled. What do you do?

What they are checking: Ability to find the real barrier and adjust the plan so the patient stays engaged.

A patient with shoulder pain wants passive treatment only and doesn't believe in exercise. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can educate patients and build buy-in for active treatment.

About the work

Walk me through your plan for a patient two weeks after a total knee replacement who can't get full extension.

What they are checking: Clinical reasoning for one of the most common post-op cases on this caseload.

How do you evaluate a patient with low back pain and decide whether they need a referral back to the provider?

What they are checking: Screening for red flags and knowing when a case is outside physical therapy's scope.

How do you treat chronic pain differently from an acute injury?

What they are checking: Whether they understand pain science and adjust treatment instead of treating every case the same way.

How do you keep up with documentation and still see a full caseload?

What they are checking: Efficient, accurate notes that meet billing rules without staying late every day.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Emplify Health by Gundersen is looking for a fulltime Physical Therapist to join our Onalaska outpatient therapy team. You will primarily work with and treat our orthopedic and general physical therapy populations, with an opportunity to treat pelvic floor patients if desired, as we bring patient-centered care close to home for our patients. Upcoming PT graduates are encouraged to apply. What You'll Do: As an outpatient Physical Therapist on our team, you will work with patients and families to examine, evaluate, diagnose, prognose, and intervene to ensure optimal outcomes. You will be responsible for developing plans of care and providing treatment techniques and interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through collaboration with referring providers and other clinical staff ensuring optimal patient care through appropriate and timely methods of communication and treatment. Typical caseloads include total knee and hip post op, sprains/strains, back pain, hip, shoulder, ankle, knee, chronic or acute pain. The Onalaska therapy team consists of 1 Lead PT, 15 PTs, 2 OTs, 2 PTAs, 5 Rehabilitation Technicians, and Scheduling Specialist support. What's Available: • Fulltime, 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE) • Monday - Friday, variable clinic hours between 7a-6p, no weekends or holidays • Starting salary of $82,305 and up, based on your years of experience • 45-minute appointment lengths, schedule allows for up to 47 patients/week, with 4.75 hours of blocked time each week for office time What You'll Need: • Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved curriculum in Physical Therapy • State of Wisconsin Physical Therapist License • Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers from American Heart Association or American Red Cross • Physical Therapist board-certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) desired • Prior experience with outpatient ortho patients or internship desired • Knowledge and skills in Dry Needling is beneficial • Must be credentialed with Gundersen prior to starting What You'll Get: • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated • A care team with longevity and low turnover, shared office spaces for therapist collaboration, and the ability to work with complex patient cases both independently and as a team • Continuing Education and Patient Education through MedBridge: All PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs, and SLPs receive a silver level membership to MedBridge for patient home programs and continuing education • Strong onboarding and mentoring program for new staff • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive salary, based on your years of experience, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member • Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and our Career Development Center • Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more! • Relocation assistance available Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. It is who we are. You can be an Physical Therapist anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE. Join our mission in changing healthcare by applying today to join our highly skilled and dedicated therapy team all while doing the work you love in the beautiful coulee region of La Crosse, Wisconsin! About Us: Emplify Health by Gundersen is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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