Physical Therapist Outpatient

UCHealth; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement programs

Job summary

UCHealth in Pueblo, Colorado, is seeking a Physical Therapist for an onsite role at UCHealth Parkview Medical Center. The position offers a full-time schedule with responsibilities including patient assessment, treatment planning, and education. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and relevant state licensure. The organization offers competitive pay, annual merit increases, performance incentives, and comprehensive health benefits, including medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required. Preferred: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• CO State licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical conditions.
• Create individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
• Provide education to patients and their families.

Skills

Assessment and Diagnosis

Developing Treatment Plans

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Description

Physical Therapist Outpatient

Location: UCHealth Parkview Medical Center, Pueblo CO

Department: PPW OP Rehab

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $41.43 - $62.15 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option.

Career Ladder: UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position. As you gain experience and expertise, you will have the opportunity to move through different levels of this career ladder.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required. Preferred: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• CO State licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

What We Do

• Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care to provide various imaging and radiologic procedures
• Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
• Models proficiency through precepting those new to imaging and/or UCHealth
• Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
• Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care

Professional Responsibilities

• Assess and Diagnose: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical conditions.
• Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Create individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques.
• Educate and instruct Patients: Provide education to patients and their families to empower them in their recovery process and promote long-term well‑being.

Recognition and Compensation

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3‑year incentive bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance‑based pay increase: The annual merit pay increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth’s established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills, and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and Well‑Being

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.

Retirement and Savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day‑care; health savings account available when enrolled in a high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and Career Growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee’s scheduled work hours.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.