Physical Therapist I

UCHealth • Aurora, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist I works in the PT IP Acute department at UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion in Aurora, Colorado. This is an onsite PRN role scheduled for 0 hours per pay period, with six weekday days per quarter and one holiday and holiday weekend per year. The position works day shifts and pays $41.43–$62.15 per hour, depending on relevant experience.

The Physical Therapist provides direct patient care, conducts comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical conditions, and develops individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals. The role uses a variety of therapeutic techniques and provides patients and families with education to support recovery and long-term well-being. The position contributes to a multidisciplinary team, models proficiency by precepting new UCHealth team members, and supports safety and quality at the point of care in a fast-paced, innovative clinical environment. UCHealth offers a structured career ladder for growth in skills, responsibilities, and pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Colorado state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
• BLS certification must be through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date and valid through 60 days after hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and various procedures at the top of scope of practice.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals, using a variety of therapeutic techniques.
• Educate and instruct patients and their families to support recovery and long-term well-being.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Precept team members who are new to UCHealth.
• Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.

Benefits

• Three-Year Incentive Bonus.
• Annual merit pay increase based on work performance.
• Annual market reviews and base pay adjustments as needed.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
• Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• An additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
• Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
• Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level