Outpatient Physical Therapist (FULL TIME)

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides high-quality evidence-based rehabilitation services to patients in the hospitals outpatient physical therapy department. This clinician is responsible for evaluating planning and implementing individualized treatment programs for patients with orthopedic neurological and functional mobility impairments. The PT works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal recovery functional independence and overall patient wellness while upholding hospital policies professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements :

• Preferred Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current Physical Therapy license (or eligibility) in the state of Colorado.
• Minimum of 1 year of outpatient or hospital-based experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations encouraged to apply.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Language Skills :

• Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Skills :

• Strong communication organizational and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of physical medicine physical therapy modalities anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of physical therapy machine operation.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A MINIMUM OF 5 DAYS. AFTER THAT DATE THE POSITION WILL CLOSE WHEN A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS SELECTED.

As a condition of employment by Southwest Health System (SHS) you will be required to authorize SHS to conduct a background check prior to your commencing work at SHS which includes a criminal investigation and verification of citizenship / immigration status employment history and education. If you are selected for this position prior to appointment you will also be subject to a drug testing for illegal drug use. SHS positions are subject to a Post Offer-Pre Work Screen. This physical exam will determine the capability of the applicant to perform the essential functions.

In consideration for the offer of employment set forth you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against SHS for invasion of your privacy in respect of the physical exam drug testing and background checks referenced above.

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Physiology Knowledge,Workers' Compensation Law,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 34 - 55