Physical Therapist - Sports Medicine, Rehab & Return-to-Performance

Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapist: Athlete Rehab and Performance

Full-Time | Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Salary Range: $85,000 to $110,000 + Bonus

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Build the Sports Physical Therapy Career You Want!

Fick Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is seeking a full-time physical therapist who is passionate about orthopedic rehabilitation, sports performance, injury prevention, and helping active people return to the activities they love.

This is not a traditional high-volume outpatient position. You will work one-on-one with recreational, competitive, collegiate, and elite athletes in a collaborative environment that values clinical reasoning, measurable outcomes, professional development, and exceptional client care.

We are looking for a clinician who wants more than a job. We want someone who is motivated to grow as a sports physical therapist, contribute to the development of our programs, and become an important long-term member of our team.

About Fick PT & Performance

Fick Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is a state-of-the-art orthopedic and sports physical therapy practice located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

We help active Coloradans of all ages recover from injury, improve performance, and return safely and confidently to the sports and activities that matter most to them.

Our approach goes beyond treating symptoms. We combine individualized physical therapy, performance-based rehabilitation, objective testing, education, and long-term wellness strategies to help clients achieve meaningful and sustainable results.

Our clinic provides a high-value, high-service, cash-pay and out-of-network model that allows our clinicians to focus on quality of care rather than insurance limitations or high patient volume.

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Join Our Team?

At Fick PT & Performance, you will have the opportunity to practice sports physical therapy the way it should be practiced.

One-on-One Client Care

You will work individually with clients, allowing you to complete thorough evaluations, provide personalized treatment, and make clinical decisions based on each athlete's unique needs and goals.

A True Sports Rehabilitation Environment

You will treat active individuals and athletes across the lifespan, from recreational athletes to high-level competitors.

Our clinicians address the entire return-to-performance process, including:

• Injury rehabilitation
• Strength and mobility development
• Movement assessment
• Injury-risk reduction
• Return-to-sport preparation
• Performance testing
• Long-term health and wellness

Advanced Technology and Resources

You will have access to advanced rehabilitation and performance technology that supports objective decision-making and measurable progress, including return-to-sport testing, strength assessment, movement analysis, and performance-based rehabilitation tools.

Mentorship and Professional Development

We invest in clinicians who are committed to developing their knowledge, communication, leadership, and clinical skills.

You will participate in:

• In-house clinical education
• Case discussions and mentoring
• Sports rehabilitation and return-to-performance training
• Professional communication development
• Continuing education opportunities
• Program-development initiatives
• Community Outreach

Career Growth

We want our clinicians to develop areas of expertise, take ownership of programs, contribute ideas, and grow into leadership opportunities.

This position is ideal for someone who wants increasing responsibility, earning potential, and professional advancement.

A Supportive Team Culture

You will join a team that works hard, supports one another, communicates openly, and values accountability.

We want our team members to feel appreciated, challenged, and proud of the work they do.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate has a genuine passion for sports physical therapy and enjoys working with active clients who are motivated to improve.

You may be a strong fit for this position if you:

• Want to become an exceptional orthopedic and sports physical therapist
• Enjoy treating recreational, competitive, and elite athletes
• Value one-on-one care over high-volume treatment
• Want your clinical decisions to be guided by objective testing and measurable outcomes
• Are motivated to continue learning and developing your skills
• Communicate confidently and connect with clients personally
• Enjoy collaborating with coaches and other healthcare professionals
• Take ownership of your responsibilities
• Welcome feedback, coaching, and accountability
• Want to contribute to the growth of a private practice
• Are interested in building a long-term career with our team

We value people skills as highly as clinical skills. Technical knowledge can continue to develop, but empathy, integrity, accountability, communication, and teamwork are essential.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide individualized, one-on-one physical therapy
• Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop personalized plans of care
• Help clients achieve their clinical, athletic, health, and lifestyle goals
• Progress clients from rehabilitation through return to sport and performance
• Use objective measures to assess progress and guide clinical decisions
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
• Follow up with clients to support engagement, consistency, and successful outcomes
• Build meaningful, long-term relationships with clients

Client Communication

• Clearly explain evaluation findings, treatment recommendations, and expected outcomes
• Help clients understand the value of completing an appropriate plan of care
• Communicate confidently and professionally about treatment options, pricing, and financial commitments
• Provide a high level of service throughout the entire client experience
• Conduct complimentary discovery visits with prospective clients
• Reconnect with clients who have fallen off the schedule or need additional support

Program and Practice Development

• Contribute to the continued growth of our orthopedic and sports rehabilitation programs
• Build relationships with local coaches, athletic trainers, physicians, strength professionals, nutrition professionals, sports psychologists, and community partners
• Participate in workshops, seminars, injury-prevention events, and community outreach
• Contribute to educational and social media content
• Assist with the development of new clinical and performance programs
• Help strengthen referral relationships throughout the community

Team Development

• Participate in the clinic's in-house education and mentoring program
• Attend team meetings and case discussions
• Share knowledge and contribute to a collaborative clinical environment
• Receive and implement coaching designed to improve clinical, communication, and leadership skills

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Current or eligible Colorado physical therapy license
• Current CPR and first-aid certification
• Minimum of two years of physical therapy experience
• Experience working with active individuals and athletes
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Consistent attention to detail
• Ability to complete responsibilities accurately and on time
• Commitment to continued professional growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in orthopedic or sports physical therapy
• Athletic training, strength and conditioning, or sports-performance background
• ATC, CSCS, SCS, OCS, or similar specialty credential
• Level I and Level II dry needling certification
• Strong manual therapy skills
• Experience with return-to-sport testing and performance rehabilitation
• Experience treating runners, field and court athletes, gymnasts, or other competitive athletes
• Interest in developing a clinical specialty or sports-specific program

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward clinical excellence, professional growth, and contribution to the success of the practice.

Benefits include:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Continuing education benefits
• Health insurance contribution
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan
• Paid professional development and in-house education
• Access to advanced rehabilitation and performance technology
• Opportunities for program development and career advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Specific compensation will be based on experience, credentials, clinical expertise, and the candidate's ability to contribute to the continued development of the practice.

Important Information About Our Practice Model

Fick PT & Performance is a high-value, high-service, cash-pay and out-of-network physical therapy clinic.

Our model allows us to provide individualized care without the restrictions commonly associated with insurance-based treatment. It also requires our clinicians to communicate clearly and confidently about treatment recommendations, plans of care, pricing, and financial commitments. These conversations are an important part of helping clients understand their options and make informed decisions about their care.

How to Apply

Please apply only if you are committed to learning, growing, and developing in every aspect of your role.

To apply, please submit the following to :

• Your résumé
• A brief cover letter
• A description of your sports, orthopedic, or performance-related experience
• An explanation of why you are interested in joining Fick PT & Performance

We are especially interested in hearing what type of clinician you want to become and how this opportunity fits into your long-term professional goals. xhyhwjd

Come help us build one of Colorado's most trusted destinations for orthopedic rehabilitation, sports physical therapy, and return-to-performance care.