Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Colorado Springs, CO

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Colorado

Schedule / Job Type

Contract, Days, Outpatient, Split-Site Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Conduct 60-minute evaluations and 30-minute follow-up sessions; progress patients toward discharge within an established length of stay
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients; ensure care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals
• Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and regulatory requirements; maintain professional licensure in good standing and fulfill all state-mandated continuing education requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of Colorado
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans
• Proficiency in medical record documentation in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Knowledge of and adherence to discipline-specific professional code of conduct and State Practice Act
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and safe patient handling practices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting
• Experience supervising or mentoring physical therapy students
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and organizational quality initiatives

Why Join Us

• 6-month contract opportunity offering clinical variety through a split-site outpatient assignment
• Supportive environment that encourages professional development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations