Physical Therapist at Christian Living Communities — Colorado Springs, CO

Pay range is $43.60 to $63.65 BOE

Assesses, plans, organizes, and administers rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and support recovery from injury or illness. This role goes beyond clinical treatment - it's about building genuine, trust-based relationships with residents and their families, and contributing to a team culture that values the unique strengths each person brings, both on our staff and among the residents we serve.

Essential Duties

• Restores residents’ function, alleviates pain, and prevents further limitations by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy.
• Provides quality, personalized care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results.
• Develops a Plan of Treatment for each resident based on initial and ongoing evaluations, including short- and long-term goals, collaboration with other staff members, and appropriate resident and caregiver involvement.
• Determines physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Implements the Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule, adjusting the plan as needed based on resident progress.
• Takes time to understand each resident's goals, preferences, and comfort level, fostering trust throughout the treatment process.
• Helps residents accomplish their treatment plan by administering manual exercises, providing massage therapy, and using equipment as necessary.
• Evaluates mobility, strength, and current level of function, setting goals that are scaled to each resident's abilities and realistically attainable.
• Evaluates and records resident progress, modifying treatment plans and introducing new approaches as needed.
• Evaluates the use and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices, observing resident progress and recommending adjustments and modifications.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Communicates resident progress with warmth and clarity to residents, caregivers and loved ones, facility staff, and other healthcare professionals involved in ongoing care.
• Develops a transition plan for residents following completion of their Plan of Treatment, coordinating appropriate in-home care services.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.
• Basic Qualifications & Experience
• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• Experience: 2–3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Physical Therapist state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication, active listening, and social perceptiveness
• Relationship building, compassionate instruction, and genuine appreciation for individuality and diverse life experiences
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making
• Time management and service orientation
• Collaborative teamwork

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• Physical stamina to lift, transfer, and assist residents through physical activities.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, including assisting residents when needed.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with residents in person and over the phone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of residents and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan