Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CEU opportunities reimbursed

In-house rehab programs

Life Care network of facilities

Job summary

San Luis Care Center, a Life Care Centers of America facility, is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referral. The role supports short-term rehab, long-term care or post-operative recovery in a 5,000 sign-on bonus program for full-time hires.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, active state license, CPR cert, and at least 1 year of experience preferred; new grads are welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy.
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable State.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and to remain current.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify goals that are realistic and functional.
• Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software accurately.
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Education

BSPT

MSPT

DPT

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 42 Shift: Days

5,000 sign-on bonus(Full Time Position Only)

Surrounded by the majestic Colorado Mountains, San Luis CareCenter, a Life CareCenters of America facility, is situated in the world's largest alpine valley, the San Luis Valley in Alamosa, Colorado. Just southwest of The Great Sand Dunes National Park and surrounded by shopping and restaurants,ournursing home is a perfect choiceforindividuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:

• U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 4.8 Google Star Rating out of 123 reviews
• Recognized as an “800 Club” member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com

San Luis CareCenteroffers:

• Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environment
• Part of Life Care Centers of America, a network of 200+ skilled nursing facilities
• Continuing education and growth opportunities

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42 to $52
• PRN: $50 to $55

Position Summary

The PT - Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy, BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (2003 or later must have MSPT or DPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language