Staff Therapist - Physical Therapy

Location

Colorado

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Director, the Staff Therapist is responsible for the administration of Physical Therapy to a diverse patient population, ranging from pediatric to geriatric, with the goal of improving functional abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret evaluations and test results; develop treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Administer manual exercises and coach patients on physical activities, assisting with both nonmanual exercises and daily-living activities.
• Provide treatments such as massages, traction, and the application of various physical agents.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy and modify prosthetic and orthotic devices as necessary.
• Engage in discharge planning in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
• Design and instruct patients and caregivers on home exercise programs to ensure continuity of care post-discharge.
• Document patient care services accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with infection-control policies.
• Participate in professional development and provide training for physical therapy staff.
• Adhere to legal and professional standards, providing insights on legislative changes affecting the profession.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Possession of a Physical Therapy License issued by the State of Colorado.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, methods, and relevant psychological research methods.
• Ability to assess customer needs and provide high-quality personal services.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!