Not every clinician wants to work in a place like this…
Work That Changes a Life
Every once in a while, something shifts.
A patient who has been living carefully for months suddenly moves without guarding.
An athlete who thought their season was over returns with confidence.
A concussion patient who couldn’t tolerate light walks out steady and clear.
A person who had quietly accepted pain as permanent feels hope again.
That breakthrough moment is why we do this work.
Wayfinder was built for physical therapists who care deeply about finding those breakthroughs.
We are a private outpatient physical therapy practice in South Burlington, Vermont, grounded in careful reasoning, human presence, and work that carries real consequence.
This is not transactional care.
It’s care with hospitality, heart, grit & grace.
When PT’s Start Asking Sharper Questions
Most physical therapists enter this profession because they want to solve meaningful problems.
But somewhere between year three and year eight, many clinicians begin to notice something about the environments they work in.
The questions change.
They start asking things like:
Am I becoming a better Doctor here, or just getting faster?
Do the strongest clinical voices shape decisions…or the loudest ones?
Is mentorship real here, or just written into job descriptions?
Are difficult cases welcomed, or quietly avoided?
Does this practice really strengthen my reputation in the community?
Do I have a voice in how the practice evolves, let alone how it operates day-to-day?
Am I celebrated here, or am I just another spoke in a complacent wheel?
These are not cynical questions.
They are the questions thoughtful physical therapists ask when they care deeply about their craft.
Wayfinder was built for PT’s who take those questions seriously.
A Place for Serious Medical Pro’s
The PTs who thrive here are not flashy.
They are thoughtful. Precise. Attentive. Comfortable with complexity.
In a single week, you might work with:
A competitive athlete returning to sport.
A patient with persistent vestibular symptoms.
A concussion case requiring careful progression.
A family that trusts you across generations.
Someone with MS.
Patients who have not improved elsewhere.
The range keeps you sharp and builds a reputation as a true healer.
When you work here, your name becomes associated with care that changes outcomes.
That matters, in this community and within yourself.
Dr. Emelia Brogna - Wayfinder Owner featured in best of burlington magazine.
The Wayfinder Environment
Care at Wayfinder is delivered one-on-one in private treatment rooms whenever needed.
DPTs are trusted to practice at the top of their license.
We prioritize thoughtful clinical reasoning and meaningful patient outcomes.
Schedules are structured to support focus and sustainability.
The goal is simple: create an environment where clinicians can do the kind of work that made them choose this profession in the first place.
Growth That Actually Means Something
Growth at Wayfinder does not mean seeing more patients.
We max our sessions at a reasonable level (about 30 patient hours a week).
It means becoming a stronger Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Stronger reasoning.
Stronger communication.
Stronger leadership presence.
Stronger collaboration and follow-through.
For the right Doctor, responsibility expands over time.
Influence expands.
Compensation expands.
There is no artificial ceiling on meaningful contribution.
Current Opportunities
Senior Lead Physical Therapist (DPT)
A full-time, career-defining opportunity focused on clinical excellence, influence, and professional growth.
Physical Therapist (DPT) – Core Team Member
A structured pathway for new clinicians to build a strong clinical foundation.
A Quiet Invitation
We understand that exploring a new opportunity in a small professional community requires discretion.
If this resonates, reach out in confidence.
Send your resume and a brief note about what you connected with here.
We respond within 24 hours.
📩 Email: emelia@wayfindervt.com