Physical Therapist Inpatient

Job Description This position is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries, diseases, and disabilities using physical therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard physical therapy practices. In addition, the role involves consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers, and collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality patient‑centered care. Location Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Employment Type Full‑time, 36 hours per week. Schedule Late shift, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM with flexible weekend coverage (choose every other full weekend, Saturdays only, or Sundays only). 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 and consensus with leader. Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals. Skills Quality Improvement Verbal and Written Communication Patient Engagement Critical Thinking Time Management Care Planning Compassion Qualifications Current Physical Therapist license in the states where you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers. Basic computer skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with the target population of the job setting. Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record. Physical Requirements The position requires the ability to see and read information, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies. Frequent verbal communication with patients and staff in emergency situations is required. Manual dexterity for handling complex and delicate equipment and for frequent computer use and typing is necessary. The employee must be able to lift, bend, and carry supplies or equipment up to heavy weights, assist with patient transfers, and move among crowded, busy rooms. Standing in the same position for extended periods may be required. Compensation Hourly rate: $42.66 – $65.82, depending on experience. Benefits Additional benefits are available to eligible employees. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr