Job Description
Every Great Therapist Has a Beginning. This Could Be Yours.
You’ve spent years preparing for this moment. The late nights studying anatomy. The long days in clinicals. The hours dreaming of the day you’d finally get to help people heal—and now that moment is here.
But let’s be honest…
Starting (or restarting) your PT career can feel overwhelming.
You want to build your confidence. You want to get it right.
You want to work in a place that values quality over quotas—without the pressure, burnout, or chaos that too many clinics create.
That’s exactly why I opened Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy.
A Message from Annette
Hi, I’m Annette Smith, owner of Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy—and I’d love to share a bit of my story.
Like many PTs, I spent the early years bouncing between nursing homes, hospitals, and high-volume outpatient clinics. It was all about productivity—endless evals, rushed sessions, and piles of notes waiting at home.
I remember coming home late, exhausted and disheartened, thinking:
“Is this really what I signed up for?”
Eventually, I decided to do something bold—I started my own practice.
And everything changed.
Patients started improving faster. Not because I was using some new fancy technique, but because they had my full attention. No double-booking. No distractions. Just focused, compassionate care.
And that’s the kind of place I’ve built at Mountain Laurel.
What Makes Mountain Laurel Different (and Why It Matters to You)
- 1-on-1 Treatment, Always: Every patient gets your full attention. No overlapping sessions. No split focus. Just meaningful care and real results.
- Culture Comes First: We care more about patient satisfaction and team retention than productivity reports. Our team is small, supportive, and here for the long haul.
- Mentorship & Career Growth: Whether you're new or experienced, you’ll have real mentorship, access to continuing education, and a clear career path forward.
- Real Support for Real PTs: We use tools that make charting and coding easier, so you can focus on what matters most—your patients.
Your First Year at Mountain Laurel Could Look Like This:
- You walk into a calm, low-stress clinic where people know your name
- You treat one patient at a time—no juggling or rushing
- You build meaningful relationships and watch your patients thrive
- You get the support you need to grow into the therapist you want to be
- You develop vestibular expertise with mentorship and training (or bring your skills)
- You go home feeling fulfilled and energized, not burned out
- Salary: $81,000 – $83,500 per year
- Care Model: 1-on-1, individualized treatments
- Focus: Outpatient care with a strong vestibular caseload
- Mentorship: Structured mentorship and continuing education support
- ‘Tools: Modern software and AI systems to streamline documentation
- Bonus Opportunities: Performance-based incentives
- Paid Time Off
- Schedule: Flexible, Monday through Friday
- Licensed (or soon-to-be licensed) Physical Therapists in Iowa
- Those with experience in vestibular care—or a strong desire to learn
- Therapists who want to focus on patients, not paperwork
- Professionals looking for mentorship, growth, and a healthy work culture
- Clear communicators who love building relationships with patients and team members
- Conduct thorough evaluations and create individualized care plans
- Deliver evidence-based, one-on-one treatments
- Educate patients and their families on recovery plans
- Document clearly and effectively (without spending all night doing it)
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure the best outcomes
Perks & Benefits That Set You Up for Success:
Who Thrives Here:
Your Role as a Physical Therapist:
If you're ready to leave burnout behind and step into a role where your work truly matters—this could be your next chapter.
Apply today to schedule a conversation. We’d love to meet you and show you what’s possible here at Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy.