I’m Dr. Hope Cunningham, Lead Physical Therapist and Co-Founder of Restore Hope Physical Therapy—a practice built on trauma-informed care, nervous system regulation, and giving patients the time they need to heal. I’m hiring a part-time pelvic health physical therapist to join my practice in Washington, DC.
As a pelvic floor therapist, you know how meaningful this work is. But you also know it can feel isolating in settings that don’t support the depth this specialty requires. If you’re looking for a practice where trauma-informed care isn’t just a buzzword and you actually have time with patients, this position is for you.
What Makes Pelvic Floor Therapy at Restore Hope Different
This isn’t a typical physical therapy (PT) practice. At Restore Hope, I treat pelvic floor dysfunction as a whole-body issue rooted in nervous system dysregulation, not just isolated muscle dysfunction. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed care from the first phone call to the last treatment session.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Trauma-informed foundation: Every treatment decision considers nervous system state and patient safety, not just biomechanics
- Whole-body treatment model: I address fascial restrictions, breathing patterns, postural habits, and nervous system regulation alongside pelvic floor dysfunction
- Evidence-based manual therapies: Myofascial release, visceral mobilization, craniosacral therapy, and biofeedback
- All-gender care: I treat everyone, including transgender patients recovering from vaginoplasty and top surgery
- Invested patients: My patients show up ready to do the work because they know they’re getting specialized, expert care
- Hour-long appointments: You’ll actually have time to assess, treat, educate, and build therapeutic relationships
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist Position with Clinical Autonomy and Flexible Scheduling
One of the biggest frustrations I hear from pelvic health therapists is being constrained by productivity quotas or practice models that don’t fit this specialty. That’s not how I operate.
As a part-time contractor at Restore Hope, you’ll have:
- Clinical autonomy: You’ll use your full scope of training and clinical judgment without micromanagement
- Flexible schedule: 10-20 hours per week that you help design around your life
- Full scope of practice: Internal and external assessments, manual therapy techniques, biofeedback, pelvic floor muscle retraining, bladder and bowel retraining
- Streamlined documentation: I use Simple Practice, an EMR designed for therapy practices (not hospital systems)
- Contractor flexibility: Independent contractor role (1099) gives you control over your schedule and practice style
Compensation is based on your experience, licensure, and certifications. You’ll provide your own liability insurance as an independent contractor.
Position Requirements: Qualifications and Experience
I’m looking for an experienced pelvic health physical therapist who shares my commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-based care. The ideal candidate brings:
- Education and licensure: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent with a valid DC physical therapy license
- Specialized training: Post-graduate coursework in pelvic health through Herman & Wallace, APTA, or equivalent programs
- Clinical experience: At least 1-2 years working in pelvic health, or strong clinical and academic training in the specialty
- Assessment skills: Comfortable performing internal assessments for patients of all genders
- Trauma-sensitive approach: Understanding of how trauma, sexual health, and psychosocial factors intersect with pelvic dysfunction
- Communication skills: Ability to discuss sensitive topics with empathy and create safety for vulnerable patients
Position Details: Location, Compensation, and Practice Philosophy
At Restore Hope, I prioritize quality over quantity. I built this practice intentionally small so every patient gets the attention and expertise they deserve. You won’t be churning through patients on a conveyor belt. Instead, you’ll build meaningful therapeutic relationships over weeks and months of treatment.
The Woodley Park location at 3000 Connecticut Avenue NW puts you in one of DC’s most accessible neighborhoods. The office is walkable, near the Metro, and surrounded by cafes and green space. You’ll also have the option to conduct telehealth follow-ups when appropriate, giving you and your patients added flexibility.
Why This Position Supports a Sustainable Pelvic Health Career
Pelvic health work requires something most healthcare settings don’t provide: time. Real, unhurried time to:
- Build safety with a nervous system that’s been in fight-or-flight
- Release fascial restrictions layer by layer
- Teach someone how their breathing pattern affects their pelvic floor
- Hold space for the emotional processing that comes with healing from sexual trauma or chronic pain
You can’t do this work well in 30-minute appointments sandwiched between documentation and double-bookings. You certainly can’t do it in practices where pelvic health is treated as a side specialty rather than a complex, specialized field.
Working at Restore Hope means practicing pelvic floor therapy the way it should be practiced. It means deepening your clinical reasoning, expanding your manual therapy skills, and seeing patients actually heal. It means building a sustainable career in a field you love without burning out.
Apply to Join Restore Hope Physical Therapy in Washington, DC
Finding the right practice fit matters just as much for therapists as it does for patients. If this position resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you.
Please email me at drhope@restorehopept.com with a cover letter describing your interest and experience, three professional references, and an updated resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. NO PHONE CALLS please.
You can also review the full position details on the hiring page.
Ready to join a practice where your expertise is valued and your work makes a real difference? I’m excited to meet you.
