Physical Therapist

COLORADO CENTER OF ORTHOPAEDIC EXCELLENCE; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team within a physician practice setting. The role involves direct communication with physicians regarding therapy outcomes, and a collaborative environment to improve patient satisfaction.

You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans to restore function, and educate patients and families. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in rehabilitation or physical therapy.
• Active Physical Therapy license in the state.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments.
• Develop and implement plans of care to improve movement and reduce pain.
• Educate patients and families; discharge planning; advise on adaptive equipment.

Skills

Experience

State license

BLS certification

Education

DPT/Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our amazing team. Located within the physician practice, direct communication with the physicians regarding therapy drives positive outcomes, patient satisfaction, and a collaborative environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Improving the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, by examining each person and then developing a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability.

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition
• Established a plan of care which is appropriate to problems in identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by physical therapy assistants according to established licensing laws, state regulations, and practice standards.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• 1+ years of experience preferred
• Physical Therapy License required by the state
• Graduated from a physical therapy curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
• Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form
• Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• On occasion, some early, late and overtime hours may be requested

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 1+ years of experience preferred
• Physical Therapy License required by the state
• Graduated from a physical therapy curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross