PT - Physical Therapist

Origin Travel Nurses; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Origin Travel Nurses is looking for an Outpatient Physical Therapist in Lakewood, Colorado. In this role, you will evaluate patients and develop treatment plans tailored to their needs and goals while ensuring compliance with physician orders.

Requirements include a degree in Physical Therapy, at least 6 months of outpatient clinical experience, and an active state license. Benefits include health coverage, a 401k plan, clinical support, and additional travel-related compensation.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active and applicable state license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Develop treatment plans and goals focused on patient discharge.
• Document medical records clearly and concisely.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Patient care

Documentation

Professional development

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School

Job description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans according to patient needs, goals, and physician direction. This role includes the delegation and direction of all therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring the design of functional treatment programs for effective community reintegration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Utilize clinical reasoning to develop treatment plans and goals focused on patient discharge within an established length of stay.
• Document medical records clearly and concisely, including goal writing and functional quality assessments.
• Provide care under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approval as necessary.
• Participate in student programs, offering a positive learning environment with appropriate supervision.
• Create and implement a professional development plan, pursuing continuing education and self-study.
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Acts and maintain professional licensure in good standing.
• Demonstrate awareness of organizational performance improvement initiatives and contribute feedback for enhancement outcomes.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School.
• 6 months to 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active and applicable state license.
• Previous assignments with Select Medical are highly desired.

Schedule

This position follows a 5x8 schedule, with six-month contract duration desired.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

Location: Lakewood, CO 80228