Physical Therapist I

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Job Description

Physical Therapist I Location: Englewood, CO, United States Category: Professional Job Type: PRN Job ID: 355992 Date Posted: Feb 5, 2026

Job Summary

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option. As a Physical Therapist I, you will evaluate and treat patient populations for therapy needs. You will establish a plan of care, provide education to patients and families, and assist with patient discharge.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patients conditions
• Establishes a plan of care that is appropriate to the patients problems and involves the patient and family according to their capabilities and desires
• Provides education to the patient and family about patient deficits and information regarding the appropriate selection and use of adaptive equipment and support programs
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting
• Performs all underlying duties of the job, including supervising support personnel according to established licensing laws, state regulations, and practice standards
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist - State Basic Life Support
• Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy required
• Preferred: Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
• Required licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Minimum Experience: None required
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date
• Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.

Benefits

• UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position
• Career Ladder: UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position
• Summary: Evaluates and treats patient populations for therapy needs
• Responsibilities: Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patients conditions, establishes a plan of care, provides education to patients and families, and assists with patient discharge
• Requirements: Licensed Physical Therapist - State Basic Life Support, Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy required, Preferred: Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, Required licensure as a Physical Therapist, Minimum Experience: None required, BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date
• Pay: $38.72 - $58.08 per hour, pay is dependent on applicants relevant experience
• Work Schedule: PRN 0.00 hours per pay period, 2 weeks
• Shift: Evenings
• Pay: $38.72 - $58.08 per hour, pay is dependent on applicants relevant experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources
• Free Care.com membership
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs
• Paid time off, PTO, paid family and medical leave, inclusive of Colorado FAMLI leaves of absence
• New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option
• Retirement and savings: 403b plan with employer matching contribution, Additional 457b plan may be available
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care, health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible HD medical plan

Education and Career Growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth
• Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250 per year in the form of tuition reimbursement
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employees scheduled work hours

About UCHealth

UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individuals race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law.