Physical Therapist

Grand River Health; Rifle (CO); Hybrid; USD 92,696,000 - 145,621,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Access to outdoor recreation

Job summary

Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for PRN coverage across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will evaluate patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and implement interventions to restore function and reduce pain.

Collaborate with physicians and the Rehabilitation Services team, supervise assistants, and provide care across multiple care settings with a flexible schedule. Colorado license or eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with Colorado license or eligibility to sit for the licensing examination.
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient-centered approach to care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on injury, illness, surgery, or physical disability.
• Provide a variety of therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, wound care, aquatic therapy, stretching, manual therapy, physical agents, and specialized equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, PAs, NPs, case managers, and other care team members to coordinate patient care.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants and other rehab staff as assigned.
• Deliver therapy across multiple settings, primarily at the Care Center, with occasional work at Grand River Clinic West and hospital campus.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist
PRN

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

Shift Info

PRN

What You’ll Do

This role provides comprehensive physical therapy services to patients across inpatient, outpatient, geriatric, pediatric, and long-term care settings. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapeutic interventions to restore function, improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent disability.

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on injury, illness, surgery, or physical disability.
• Provide a variety of therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, wound care, aquatic therapy, stretching, manual therapy, physical agents, and specialized equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, PAs, NPs, case managers, insurance adjusters, and other members of the care team to coordinate patient care.
• Provide clinical direction and supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, students, aides, technicians, and other Rehabilitation Services staff as assigned.
• Provide therapy services across multiple settings, primarily at the Care Center, and occasionally Grand River Clinic West, and the hospital campus.

• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a licensed Physical Therapist who brings strong clinical knowledge, sound judgment, and a patient-centered approach to care. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with a diverse patient population and collaborating with patients, providers, and the broader Rehabilitation Services team.

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, with a current Colorado Physical Therapy License with DORA or eligibility to sit for the licensing examination.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire and maintained throughout employment with GRHD.
• Previous experience in physical therapy is preferred, with knowledge of physical medicine, therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
• Ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement appropriate treatment plans, follow instructions, prioritize patient care, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients, physicians, staff, and administrative team members.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $32.35- $50.82/hour (based on experience)
• Shift Differentials: $2–$4/hour for nights and weekends, and other incentive pay available.
• PRN Differential: 10% differential in addition to base rate salary
• Perks:Flexible scheduling, employee assistance program, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom lines.Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.