Acute Care Physical Therapist — Flexible 32‑hour Week + Mentorship

Intermountain Healthcare; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Brighton, Colorado, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to screen, evaluate, diagnose and treat patients, with a focus on orthopedic care and patient education. The role supports a structured mentorship program and collaborative team culture in a hospital setting.

The 32-hour schedule includes mostly day shifts with occasional evening shifts and a weekend rotation. Intermountain Health emphasizes caregiver development and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in states where you work.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services, evaluating and treating per professional standards (APTA) with diagnosis, history, and referrals.
• Develop care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments.
• Maintain thorough and timely patient records and billing per regulations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and care teams.
• Supervise assistants, aides, and students to ensure high-quality care.
• Engage in continuing education and quality improvement activities.
• Contribute to program development and marketing strategies for growth.

Skills

Verbal and Written Communication

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Care Planning

Compassion

Quality Improvement

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Intermountain Health in Brighton, Colorado, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to screen, evaluate, diagnose and treat patients, with a focus on orthopedic care and patient education. The role supports a structured mentorship program and collaborative team culture in a hospital setting.

The 32-hour schedule includes mostly day shifts with occasional evening shifts and a weekend rotation. Intermountain Health emphasizes caregiver development and high-quality patient care.