Acute Care Physical Therapist

Screen, test, evaluate, diagnose, and treat injuries, diseases, and disabilities using physical therapy procedures and modalities. Conduct evaluations and treatments according to professional standards, develop care plans with specific goals, and consult with patients, families, and caregivers to deliver quality, patient-centered care. Manage all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students. Ensure thorough and timely patient documentation, complete patient billing accurately, and participate in interdisciplinary meetings and quality improvement processes. Contribute to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program. Work at St. Marys Regional Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, with 36 scheduled weekly hours.