Recruiter, Physical Therapy
Therapeutic Associates Inc., Portland, OR, United States
Physical Therapist Recruiter
Posted Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Hybrid or Remote (Must reside in WA, OR, ID, MT, or NV) Up to 15% Travel (Domestic )
About the role We’re hiring an experienced
full-cycle recruiter
to support hiring for Physical Therapists and other clinic-based roles across our growing organization. This role is heavily focused on
proactive sourcing, pipeline building, and relationship management
in a competitive healthcare market.
Please note: This is
not an entry-level recruiting role . We are looking for someone who has already worked as a
full-time recruiter .
Our organization has been around for over 70 years, but our recruiting function is in a period of transformation. You’ll play a meaningful role in helping modernize how we attract, engage, and hire talent while still delivering results day to day.
What you’ll need to bring to the table
Has a working awareness of inclusive recruiting practices and shows curiosity and initiative in learning how to reduce bias and support equitable candidate experiences.
At least 3 years of full-time recruiting experience recruiting licensed medical roles (e.g., Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Physicians, or similar)
Experience recruiting in competitive or talent-scarce markets
At least 1 year of hands-on sourcing experience, including: Proactively sourcing passive candidates, using multiple sourcing channels and tools (not just inbound applicants), building and maintaining long-term candidate pipelines
Demonstrated experience managing and nurturing a pipeline over time (including follow-up, relationship-building, and re-engagement)
Experience working as a member of a recruiting team
At least 2 years of experience using an ATS in a recruiting capacity (posting jobs, managing candidates, tracking activity)
Experience posting and managing jobs on platforms such as Indeed, LinkedIn, Handshake, and other job boards
Familiarity with CRM tools or candidate relationship management practices
Basic knowledge of compliance and legal considerations related to hiring and candidate data
Commitment to continuous learning (new sourcing strategies, recruiting technology, best practices, etc.)
Residing in
WA, OR, ID, MT, or NV
Physical requirements
Ability to work a desk-based role with extended screen time
Ability to travel by air and car for recruiting events and career fairs
Essential functions of this role include verbal communication with candidates and leaders via phone and video, written communication via email and text, and sustained use of digital systems and platforms, with or without reasonable accommodation.
You’ll really stand out if you also have
1+ year of experience recruiting Physical Therapists
Experience recruiting for multi-site, or decentralized organizations
Experience supporting or contributing to recruiting process improvements or modernization efforts
Some familiarity with data tracking, recruiting metrics, and pipeline analytics
Key responsibilities
Proactively source Physical Therapists using a wide range of methods, including: Cold outreach (calls, texts, emails, LinkedIn, etc.), obtaining referrals and relationship-based sourcing, event-based and community sourcing
Build, manage, and nurture long-term candidate pipelines, recognizing that PT recruiting is often a long game
Maintain consistent, thoughtful follow-up with candidates over time
Manage requisitions for primarily clinic-based roles
Conduct recruiter interviews to assess skills, motivations, and fit
Partner closely with hiring leaders to understand needs and provide market insight
Manage the offer process end-to-end, including coordination, negotiations, and communication
Post, manage, and maintain job postings across multiple platforms
Relationship building & representation
Build strong relationships with clinic leaders, internal partners, and other members of the Talent team
Act as an ambassador of the organization at career fairs, networking events, and recruiting-related events
Travel up to 15% for recruiting events (some air travel, some driving; most events require overnight stays)
Process improvement & change support
Operate effectively in a decentralized environment where processes are evolving
Contribute to recruiting projects focused on modernization, standardization, and improved candidate experience
Adapt to interim processes and tools while longer-term solutions are being developed
Identify gaps, propose solutions, and support continuous improvement efforts
Characteristics for success in this role
Strong sourcing mindset : energized by outreach, relationship-building, and thoughtful persistence
Outgoing and approachable : highly comfortable initiating conversations with strangers at events
Data-driven : uses metrics to guide priorities and improve outcomes
Agile and adaptable : comfortable with change, ambiguity, and evolving processes
Solutions-focused : identifies paths forward rather than dwelling on obstacles
Highly organized : strong time management, prioritization, and follow-through
Critical thinker : able to assess situations and make sound judgment calls
Diplomatic communicator : capable of navigating challenging conversations professionally
Receptive to feedback : open to coaching and actively applies feedback to improve
Trustworthy : maintains confidentiality with sensitive candidate and employee information
The compensation for this role is $75,000 base + up to an additional $10,000 performance based bonus.
Therapeutic Associates Inc. (TAI) is a company that strives to ensure that all people belong in our spaces and have opportunities for growth because we believe that diversity in our team makes us outstanding. Therefore, TAI hires, promotes, and terminates with equitable practices where discrimination and harassment are unacceptable based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws*.
*This includes but is not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, citizenship, weight, marital status.
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Hybrid or Remote (Must reside in WA, OR, ID, MT, or NV) Up to 15% Travel (Domestic )
About the role We’re hiring an experienced
full-cycle recruiter
to support hiring for Physical Therapists and other clinic-based roles across our growing organization. This role is heavily focused on
proactive sourcing, pipeline building, and relationship management
in a competitive healthcare market.
Please note: This is
not an entry-level recruiting role . We are looking for someone who has already worked as a
full-time recruiter .
Our organization has been around for over 70 years, but our recruiting function is in a period of transformation. You’ll play a meaningful role in helping modernize how we attract, engage, and hire talent while still delivering results day to day.
What you’ll need to bring to the table
Has a working awareness of inclusive recruiting practices and shows curiosity and initiative in learning how to reduce bias and support equitable candidate experiences.
At least 3 years of full-time recruiting experience recruiting licensed medical roles (e.g., Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Physicians, or similar)
Experience recruiting in competitive or talent-scarce markets
At least 1 year of hands-on sourcing experience, including: Proactively sourcing passive candidates, using multiple sourcing channels and tools (not just inbound applicants), building and maintaining long-term candidate pipelines
Demonstrated experience managing and nurturing a pipeline over time (including follow-up, relationship-building, and re-engagement)
Experience working as a member of a recruiting team
At least 2 years of experience using an ATS in a recruiting capacity (posting jobs, managing candidates, tracking activity)
Experience posting and managing jobs on platforms such as Indeed, LinkedIn, Handshake, and other job boards
Familiarity with CRM tools or candidate relationship management practices
Basic knowledge of compliance and legal considerations related to hiring and candidate data
Commitment to continuous learning (new sourcing strategies, recruiting technology, best practices, etc.)
Residing in
WA, OR, ID, MT, or NV
Physical requirements
Ability to work a desk-based role with extended screen time
Ability to travel by air and car for recruiting events and career fairs
Essential functions of this role include verbal communication with candidates and leaders via phone and video, written communication via email and text, and sustained use of digital systems and platforms, with or without reasonable accommodation.
You’ll really stand out if you also have
1+ year of experience recruiting Physical Therapists
Experience recruiting for multi-site, or decentralized organizations
Experience supporting or contributing to recruiting process improvements or modernization efforts
Some familiarity with data tracking, recruiting metrics, and pipeline analytics
Key responsibilities
Proactively source Physical Therapists using a wide range of methods, including: Cold outreach (calls, texts, emails, LinkedIn, etc.), obtaining referrals and relationship-based sourcing, event-based and community sourcing
Build, manage, and nurture long-term candidate pipelines, recognizing that PT recruiting is often a long game
Maintain consistent, thoughtful follow-up with candidates over time
Manage requisitions for primarily clinic-based roles
Conduct recruiter interviews to assess skills, motivations, and fit
Partner closely with hiring leaders to understand needs and provide market insight
Manage the offer process end-to-end, including coordination, negotiations, and communication
Post, manage, and maintain job postings across multiple platforms
Relationship building & representation
Build strong relationships with clinic leaders, internal partners, and other members of the Talent team
Act as an ambassador of the organization at career fairs, networking events, and recruiting-related events
Travel up to 15% for recruiting events (some air travel, some driving; most events require overnight stays)
Process improvement & change support
Operate effectively in a decentralized environment where processes are evolving
Contribute to recruiting projects focused on modernization, standardization, and improved candidate experience
Adapt to interim processes and tools while longer-term solutions are being developed
Identify gaps, propose solutions, and support continuous improvement efforts
Characteristics for success in this role
Strong sourcing mindset : energized by outreach, relationship-building, and thoughtful persistence
Outgoing and approachable : highly comfortable initiating conversations with strangers at events
Data-driven : uses metrics to guide priorities and improve outcomes
Agile and adaptable : comfortable with change, ambiguity, and evolving processes
Solutions-focused : identifies paths forward rather than dwelling on obstacles
Highly organized : strong time management, prioritization, and follow-through
Critical thinker : able to assess situations and make sound judgment calls
Diplomatic communicator : capable of navigating challenging conversations professionally
Receptive to feedback : open to coaching and actively applies feedback to improve
Trustworthy : maintains confidentiality with sensitive candidate and employee information
The compensation for this role is $75,000 base + up to an additional $10,000 performance based bonus.
Therapeutic Associates Inc. (TAI) is a company that strives to ensure that all people belong in our spaces and have opportunities for growth because we believe that diversity in our team makes us outstanding. Therefore, TAI hires, promotes, and terminates with equitable practices where discrimination and harassment are unacceptable based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws*.
*This includes but is not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, citizenship, weight, marital status.
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