Physical Therapist

Colorado Visiting Nurse Association; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Colorado Visiting Nurse Association as a Physical Therapist and make a significant impact on patients' lives in their homes. This full-time role offers a supportive culture, flexible scheduling, generous compensation, and a sign-on bonus. Ideal candidates should be compassionate and autonomous clinicians with an active Colorado PT license, ready to perform evaluations and provide therapy. Enjoy competitive health benefits, extensive paid time off, and continuing education opportunities.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $3,500

Healthcare benefits with low premiums

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Extensive paid time off

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum average of one year of physical therapy experience, preferably home health.
• Must possess an active Colorado PT license and CPR certification.
• Valid Colorado driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates client needs and conducts case management for patients under physician direction.
• Provides ongoing assessments and safety evaluations.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.

Skills

Compassionate care

Autonomy

Flexibility

Education

Graduation from a four-year college including a physical therapy program

Job description

Colorado Visiting Nurse Association - Physical Therapist - Home Health (Sign-on bonus $3,500)

Make a real difference in people’s lives—right where it matters most: at home. At CVNA, we’re more than a healthcare provider— we’re a mission-driven community who believe in empowering independence, healing with dignity, & building deep relationships with our patients. We are hiring Physical Therapists to serve patients in the Southeast Denver metro area, including Aurora, Centennial, Parker, and Lone Tree. If you're a compassionate, autonomous clinician who values flexibility, impact, and a supportive work culture, we want to hear from you.

Sign-on bonus: $3500 (3 payments; 1 year allocation)

Location: Southeast Metro Area (visits clustered for efficiency)

Status: Full-time, 25 visits per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-5, rotating on-call

Per Visit Rates: Start of Care: $150; Evaluation: $110; Recertification w/o Oasis: $91; Recertification w/ Oasis $114; Resumption of Care: $110, average full-time earnings between $80,000–$100,000/year

Supplemental Pay: Based on position, schedule and/or availability: Paid Mileage

Mileage and Expense Reimbursement: Sixty-two and a half cents per mile – one of the highest in the industry!

CULTURE, BENEFITS AND PERKS:

We value engagement, community, and outreach initiatives and know it matters for our team members and our patients. We provide welcoming and supportive care to our patients and a work environment where all team members feel respected and valued.
We support a culture of work-life balance and provide team members with two, free, confidential and robust benefit programs designed to provide solutions to the logistical and financial problems that arise in life.
Low healthcare premiums: we have not increased our team member medical rates 4 out of the last 5 years
Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant Employer Funding: Single $1,000, Family $2,000
Healthcare Benefits are effective on the 1st of the month following date of hire
Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation Pay): 18 days in the first year for FT team members
Seven Paid Holidays with an additional Floating Holiday
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 50% match up to 8% of total compensation
Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Career & Logo wear
Education Reimbursement Program
Clinical Career Ladders
Certification Pay
Generous Discover-a-Star Team Member Referral Program
Team Member Service Awards
Early Wage Access
Legal and Identity Protection
Robust Leadership Development Training Programs

REWARDING WORK YOU WILL DO:

Responsible for performing physical therapy, evaluating client needs and conducting case management for patients under the direction of a licensed physician.

Provides initial and ongoing assessments to determine level of function, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time point, safety evaluations and recommendations for home modifications and Home Health Aide training/supervision.
Performs specific therapeutic exercises as needed.
The procedures required by the therapist may include (but are not limited to): ultrasound treatment, application of heat and cold, massage, gait training, muscle stimulation, assistance and training in cardio-pulmonary exercise, mobilization, assistance and training with ambulation, assistance and training with balance, range of motion exercises, patient transfer, strengthening techniques, electrotherapy, prosthetic training, and adaptive equipment.
Advises and consults with the family, physician and other agency personnel, including discharge planning.
Provides supervision over the Physical Therapy Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.

WHAT WE ARE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT YOU:

Minimum Education: Graduation from a four-year college or university, including completion of a physical therapy education program.
Minimum Experience: At least one year of physical therapy experience required, with two years of SNF, hospital or inpatient rehab preferable. Home health experience also preferred. Other requirements may vary by case or department needs.
Required License: Must have active Colorado PT license. Current CPR certification based on individual affiliate requirements. Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance in accordance with state statute.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift/push/pull minimum of 35 lbs

Colorado Visiting Nurse Association is affiliated with Care Synergy, a nonprofit network of community-based hospice and palliative care organizations serving Colorado’s Front Range and the Region’s Largest Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Care Network. Care Synergy provides mission support services to better equip Colorado Visiting Nurse Association to operate as a distinct and independent organization while working together to share best practices and serve more Coloradans along the Front Range.

If you need assistance completing the electronic application please contact our Talent Acquisition team via email at [e-mail]. You may also call the Human Resources Department at [phone]. Applications can be completed in-person at any one of our affiliate office locations.

The Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, creed, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation/identity, transgender status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classifications.

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