Licensed Physical Therapist

Licensed Physical Therapist

Bring your passion for movement and healing to an inspiring opportunity where a Physical Therapist can thrive in a high-performing inpatient setting, elevate patient outcomes, and build a rewarding career in beautiful northwestern Colorado. The Licensed Physical Therapist will join a mission-driven healthcare organization celebrated for clinical excellence, patient-first values, and measurable quality outcomes. This Physical Therapist role offers exposure to complex orthopedic and post-surgical cases, providing an ideal environment for sharpening advanced rehabilitation skills while collaborating with respected physicians and interdisciplinary experts. Recognized nationally for outstanding patient experiences and clinical performance, the organization combines innovation-forward leadership with cutting-edge technology, including robotic-assisted surgical systems that elevate joint replacement precision and optimize recovery pathways. Clinicians benefit from strong onboarding, continuing education support, modernized facilities, streamlined workflows, and a culture that prioritizes safety, shared governance, and professional growth.

Within the Physical Therapy departmentalso known as Rehab Servicesthe Licensed Physical Therapist will practice in a setting that reflects the organization's distinction as a premier, community-based healthcare facility renowned for delivering nationally recognized orthopedic surgery, world-class patient experiences, and comprehensive rural healthcare along the Western Slope. The hospital has earned the prestigious Healthgrades America's 100 Best Joint Replacement Hospitals and Joint Replacement Excellence Award and operates three advanced surgical theaters equipped with the high-tech Mako SmartRobotics system for ultra-precise joint replacements. It is honored with the Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award for its exceptional clinical hospitality and named one of the top hospitals for patient experience in the Western U.S. by Becker's Hospital Review, standing as one of only six facilities in Coloradoand the only Critical Access Hospital in the entire stateto make Becker's elite list. For a Physical Therapist passionate about orthopedic and inpatient rehabilitation excellence, this environment offers both prestige and purpose.

The Licensed Physical Therapist reports directly to Rehabilitation leadership within Rehab Services and works in close partnership with physicians, advanced practice providers, case managers, and a highly supportive nursing team. This Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat inpatient populations, design evidence-based care plans, document outcomes, and educate patients and families to promote safe recovery and independence. The hospital fosters a collaborative atmosphere where friendly nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers function as a cohesive, diverse healthcare team committed to exceptional patient-centered care. Leadership maintains open communication channels and encourages frontline input to continuously improve patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Located in northwestern Colorado, this Licensed Physical Therapist opportunity offers more than a careerit offers a lifestyle. Physical Therapists relocating to the region enjoy year-round outdoor adventure including hiking, biking, skiing, rafting, and access to stunning mountain landscapes and open skies. The area boasts a welcoming community atmosphere, excellent schools, vibrant local dining, farmers markets, seasonal festivals, and a growing arts and live music scene. With a reasonable commute, low congestion, fresh mountain air, and abundant parks and green space, the region provides an exceptional quality of life for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Safe neighborhoods, expanding healthcare access, and strong community pride make northwestern Colorado a desirable place for a Physical Therapist to build both a career and a home.

This Licensed Physical Therapist position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and ongoing professional development support designed to reward expertise and commitment.