Physical Therapist
Saint Joseph Hospital
Denver, CO
Sign-On Bonus

Inpatient Physical Therapist

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 Specifics: Schedule, Two week rotation: Week 1: Sunday, Friday Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday Scope * Performs 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 Qualifications * 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 required * Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy is preferred * Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) is preferred To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required * Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and applications. * Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills. * Highly organized and analytical. * Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism. * A team player who handles multiple projects simultaneously in a fast paced environment. Physical Requirements: Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Walking Anticipated job posting close date: 05/03/2024 Location: Saint Joseph Hospital Work City: Denver Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $32.84 - $58.35 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 packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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.