Physical Therapist / Physical Therapy Assistant
About the job
- The physical therapist role requires a physical therapy license, and the physical therapy assistant role requires a PTA license.
- A strong background in general orthopedic care is sought.
- The role is open to new graduates or seasoned therapists.
- Conduct comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on assessments, goals, and patient progress.
- Provide hands-on therapy.
- Collaborate with the team to provide cohesive patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient treatments and progress.
- Support acute and chronic patient care for all ages with innovative and progressive regimens.
About the company
Empower unites private physical therapy practices in the Southwest into a therapist-owned network that emphasizes a people-first culture. It delivers physical therapy care through its clinics in AZ, CA, TX, and LA, with therapists leading and collaborating across practices to provide high-quality care and meaningful outcomes for patients. Unlike typical chains, Empower keeps clinician ownership and local autonomy while sharing best practices and standards across the network, focusing on clinical excellence and a strong patient experience. The goal is to help people achieve a higher level of functional living by delivering effective therapy, supporting communities, and advancing the physical therapy profession.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
Founded
2018
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 expansion to 140+ clinics creates referral-network density across ten states.
- Updated 2026 site shows 18 Arizona clinics, signaling ongoing regional demand.
- Clinician-led branding attracts therapists seeking ownership, autonomy, and clear career progression.
What critics are saying
- 2025 Empower acquisition likely standardizes operations, squeezing local autonomy and therapist retention by 2027.
- Federal student-loan caps hit DPT hiring pipelines, especially new DPT grads in 2026-2027.
- If reimbursement weakens in Midwest and Southwest, DPT's acquisition model stalls and goodwill writes down.
What makes Doctors of Physical Therapy unique
- Clinician-led ownership keeps every leader, from clinic director to CEO, a licensed PT.
- 2025 acquisition of Empower added 55 locations, giving DPT 140+ clinics.
- Doctors of Physical Therapy brands itself as founder-led, not franchised, unlike PE rollups.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Mentorship Program
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Training Programs
MedBridge subscription
Employee Referral Bonus
Continued Education Support
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
0%1 year growth
0%2 year growth
3%PHOENIX-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Empower Physical Therapy today announced the acquisition of Huntington Beach Physical Therapy Specialists ("HBPTS"), located in Orange County California.
Empower Physical Therapy today announced the acquisition of Spectrum Therapy Consultants (“STC”), located in El Paso, Texas. Founder-owner, Sandra Ter