Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility & Independence

Sweetwater Care; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Retirement Plan Options

Continuing Education Support

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Heights Care and Rehab in Colorado is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate residents, design individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions that improve strength, balance and mobility. You will collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy teams to support safe transitions home and meaningful rehab journeys.

New graduates are welcome; a Colorado PT license is required, SNF experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Colorado.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for improving the lives of older adults.
• Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred, but not required.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions.
• Improve strength, balance, mobility, endurance, and functional independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and families.
• Assist with discharge planning and safe transitions home.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on mobility and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning meetings.
• Create a positive, motivating therapy environment for residents.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion for seniors

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Heights Care and Rehab in Colorado is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate residents, design individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions that improve strength, balance and mobility. You will collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy teams to support safe transitions home and meaningful rehab journeys.

New graduates are welcome; a Colorado PT license is required, SNF experience preferred but not required.