Physical Therapist (PT)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America—University Park Care Center in Pueblo, CO—is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct rehab care per physician referrals while adhering to Life Care standards.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program and an active state license; CPR certification as available. New grads welcome with opportunities for growth within a network of nearly 200 facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (PT) with license in the applicable state.
• Active license in good standing required; CPR certification preferred or obtained during orientation.
• New grads welcome; one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify measurable goals for patient progress.
• Oversee care provided by PTAs and Rehab Aides; supervise students as needed.
• Chart appropriately and timely patient progress and interventions.
• Utilize therapy software and maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and teamwork with patients and staff.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

DPT / MSPT / BSPT degree

State license in good standing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

University Park is a Life Care Center of America facility located in Pueblo, CO

$10,000 sign-on bonus or negotiable tuition reimbursement benefits!

University Park Care Center Is Located In Beautiful Pueblo, Colorado. We Focus On Celebrating The Lives Of Our Residents And Patients And The Noble Qualities They Demonstrate, Making Our Nursing Home a Perfect Choice For Individuals In Need Of Short-term Rehabilitation, Long-term Care Or Post-operative Recovery. We Are Proud To Have Achieved The Following Accolades

• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 4.3 star Google rating with 169 reviews
• Listed as one of the Best Nursing Homes in Colorado for 2026

University Park Care Center offers

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
• New Grad Mentorship Program
• Great growth opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42/hr to $52/hr
• PRN: $45/hr to $55/hr

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’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer