Part-Time Physical Therapist or PTA

Alt; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

PT of the Rockies in South Metro Denver is seeking a PT/PTA to deliver autonomous, evidence-based physical therapy with a patient-centric approach. You will run hands-on care, design individualized plans, and collaborate with other clinicians to ensure comprehensive treatment.

The clinic emphasizes mentorship, ongoing education, and leadership growth. With flexible scheduling and a focus on evidence-based outcomes, you’ll help patients return to health and activity, while advancing your own

Qualifications

• DPT from an accredited program.
• Colorado PT license or eligibility.
• All experience levels encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication skills.
• Interest in leadership roles.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and build individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Hands-on interventions through manual therapy and therapeutic exercise.
• Teach patients and families about recovery, home exercise, and injury prevention.
• Track progress and adjust plans as patients progress.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers for comprehensive care.
• Document in HIPAA/state/federal compliance, using AI tools to reduce paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Colorado PT license or eligibility

CPR certification

Job description

About PT of the Rockies

Physical Therapy of the Rockies is a locally owned, PT-led outpatient clinic in South Metro Denver that pairs advanced clinical expertise, including: osteopractic, vestibular, and McKenzie-certified specialists, with truly individualized, hands-on treatment for everything from back and joint pain to vestibular disorders and injury recovery. They build every plan around the individual, backing it with evidence-based techniques delivered by a genuinely friendly, encouraging staff. The result is fast access (appointments within 24-48 hours) and a proven track record of getting patients back to being healthy, active, and pain-free.

Compensation Package

This role pays PTs $38-42 an hour and PTAs $28-31/hour. We take mentorship seriously, giving you the support to grow toward the upper end of that range. As you grow your caseload, you'll help more patients and earn more. You won't be figuring it out alone.

Why Clinicians Choose PT of the Rockies

At PT of the Rockies you’ll get more than a job. You’ll get a career path, mentorship, and the chance to work in one of the country’s most beautiful regions. Some highlights:

• Clinical autonomy whereyou make the calls on patient care

• A new grad mentoring program that builds up your caseload as you’re ready for it

• Unlimited continuing education and specialty certifications, no budget cap, no approval process

• A real path to Clinic Director or another clinical leadership role

• Reasonable caseloads and flexible scheduling

• Evidence-based care, backed by the technology and time to deliver it

Life in South Denver

There are physical therapy jobs, and then there are physical therapy careers in a place people love to live. South Denver doesn't need much of an introduction: the foothills as your backdrop, easy access to Chatfield State Park and Roxborough, world-class hiking and biking minutes from your door, and a laid-back suburban pace without giving up big-city amenities. With clinics in Littleton and Lakewood, you get South Denver life from wherever makes the most sense for you. Work where you've always wanted to be.

What You’ll Be Doing

Most of your day is spent directly with patients, planning and delivering hands-on care with the autonomy to treat the way you think is right. That includes:

• Evaluating patients and building individualized, evidence-based treatment plans

• Hands-on interventions through manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and specialty modalities

• Teaching patients and their families about recovery, home exercise, and injury prevention

• Tracking progress and adjusting plans as patients progress

• Collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care

• Documenting in line with HIPAA and state and federal rules, using AI tools that cut down on paperwork instead of adding to it

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a PT or PTA who genuinely wants to help people move better and wants to keep growing themselves. Ideal candidates have:

• A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program

• A Colorado physical therapy license, or eligibility for one

• All experience levels are encouraged to apply

• Strong communication skills, the kind that put patients at ease

• Interest in growing into a leadership role down the line

• Current CPR certification

Job Type

• Part-time

• In person

Physical Requirements

You’ll need to:

• Lift up to 50 pounds

• Stand, bend, reach, and use fine motor skills regularly

• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic exercises

Equal Opportunity Employer

PT of the Rockies Physical Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We don’t discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status, and we’re committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Check Us Out

www.PToftherockies.com