Physical Therapist Orthopedic Specialist
About The Position
This position is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing and treatment of injuries, diseases, and disabilities using physical therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard physical therapy practices. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care. We’re seeking an experienced Physical Therapist with a passion for orthopedic care to join our team in a unique dual-setting role. Two days a week, you’ll work embedded with our neurosurgery team in Lafayette, collaborating directly with surgeons and providing specialized care. The rest of your week will be at our Wheat Ridge outpatient clinic, delivering advanced orthopedic therapy. This position is ideal for someone who leverages expert orthopedic knowledge—preferably with OCS certification—to look beyond symptoms, evaluate the whole body, identify root causes, and provide evidence-based treatment that creates real, lasting change for patients. Shape the Future: Play a key role in developing and growing a comprehensive spine program while working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Collaborate with Experts: Work side-by-side with neurosurgeons gaining unique insights and building strong professional connections. Expand Your Impact: Be part of a proactive care model, where you help determine the best treatment pathway—whether in-person, virtual, or through advanced programs like MedBridge.
Requirements
- Current Physical Therapist license in states where you work.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
- Basic Computer skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
- Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
Responsibilities
- Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.
- Provides skilled physical therapy services, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups.
- Conducts evaluations and treatments according to professional standards (APTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals, and develops care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments.
- Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line.
- Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies.
- Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals.
- Ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services.
- Manages all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students to ensure high-quality care.
- Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.
- Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model.
- Participates in utilization review audits.
- Participates in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups in collaboration/consensus with leader.
- Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals.
Benefits
- We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
- Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
