Physical Therapist

Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Arvada
Posted on: February 10, 2025

Job Description:

Physical Therapist at Intermountain Health summary:
A Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries, diseases, and disabilities using various physical therapy procedures. The role involves developing treatment plans, promoting patient independence, and educating patients and caregivers on physical health. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and a valid state license, with preference given to those with a Doctorate and experience in pelvic health specialty.
Job Description: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. The Physical Therapist consults, educates, and trains patients and their caregivers.Posting SpecificsPelvic Health Specialty is preferred. Full time 36 hours ScopePerforms and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

• Develops plans describing a treatment strategy, its purposes, and its anticipated outcome. Plan often includes exercise regimens at the clinic and at home to increase flexibility, strength, or endurance. May use various modalities to relieve pain and reduce swelling.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Help to restore physical function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent permanent disability.
• Determines patients ability to be independent and reintegrate into the workplace or community after injury or illness.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsRequired
  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school is required
  • Current/valid state Physical Therapist licensure is required Basic Life Support (BLS) is required
  • One (1) year related experience (preferably in a clinic setting) is requiredPreferredPelvic Health Specialty is preferred.
    • Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy is preferred
    • Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) is preferred -Physical Requirements:Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, WalkingLocation:Platte Valley HospitalWork City:BrightonWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. -$41.22 - $63.59We 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 packages for our, and for our . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.All positions subject to close without notice.
      
      Keywords:
      Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Rehabilitation, Pain Management, Mobility Improvement, Exercise Regimens, Patient Education, Injury Treatment, Healthcare Professional, Therapeutic Modalities
      

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