Physical Therapist Student Loan Payment Program

Ernest Health; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

HSA and wellness programs

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Competitive compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness challenges with incentives

Earned Time Off

Clinical Career Ladder bonus

Therapy Preceptor bonus

Job summary

Ernest Health's Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Casper, Wyoming seeks a Physical Therapist for full-time work. Join a team focused on service excellence and high-quality rehabilitative care, with opportunities for inpatient and outpatient therapy in a 40-bed facility.

The role requires a graduate degree in Physical Therapy, current licensure, CPR, and preferred hospital-based experience. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, retirement options, and professional growth programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Examines medical history, evaluates abilities, and develops treatment plans.
• Integrates hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Leadership

Pediatric-adult care

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - Full Time - Casper, Wyoming

Student Loan Payment Program options available!

Part Time and Per Diem options available.

At Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great full time opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Wyoming.

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 16 years, has earned The Joint Commission’s Stroke Certification and Certification in Hip Rehabilitation, and ranked in Newsweek’s top Physical Rehabilitation Centers in the US. At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving Wyoming and neighboring states. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

Why Casper, Wyoming?

Nestled in the heart of the Cowboy State, Casper is a dynamic city surrounded by outdoor beauty and rich Western culture. Explore scenic landmarks like Casper Mountain, the North Platte River, and Fremont Canyon, perfect for hiking, fishing, and adventure. Enjoy a vibrant local scene with top-notch museums, craft breweries, unique dining, and a growing arts and music community—all in one welcoming place.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits: Full Time / Part Time

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance: Full Time / Part Time

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth: Full Time

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.