SummitWest Care·Grand Junction, Colorado
Evaluate patients to develop individualized care plans and provide skilled physical therapy services within patient homes. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of clinicians to improve patient mobility, strength, and overall quality of life.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) - Home Health SummitWest Care | Mesa County, CO Flexible Schedule | Full-Time or Part‑Time Competitive Hourly Pay (DOE) + Mileage Help Patients Thrive at Home SummitWest care is a local non-profit home health agency seeking a compassionate, skilled Physical Therapist to provide patient-centered care throughout Mesa County. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while helping them improve mobility, independence, and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. You'll enjoy the autonomy of working in the field, while remaining connected and supported by a collaborative interdisciplinary team of clinicians. Our hourly pay structure allows you to focus on quality care and the best possible clinical outcomes for patients, rather than rushing from visit to visit.
Evaluate patients and develop individualized person-centered care plans Provide skilled physical therapy services in patient homes Improve patient mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence Educate patients and caregivers alike on treatment goals and home exercise programs Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans for individual goals Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, caregivers, and other members of the care team to ensure the best outcome
Current Colorado Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills Excellent communication and documentation abilities Ability to work independently and adapt professionally in home-based setting We Offer Competitive hourly compensation Continuing education support including MedBridge access and paid CEU time Flexible scheduling options Paid drive time and mileage reimbursements Supportive, field-experience leadership Meaningful one-on-one patient relationships Collaborative, mission-driven team culture Benefits for eligible F/T employees: Health, vision, dental, life, supplemental Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) with 3% match Education expense reimbursement Generous PTO Why Join SummitWest Care? You matter. We care. For more than 20 years, SummitWest Care has provided trusted home health services throughout Western Colorado. As a nonprofit organization, our focus is on helping people remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home while supporting the clinicians who make that care possible. Equal Opportunity Employer SummitWest Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Must hold a current Colorado Physical Therapist license and be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. Requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and strong clinical assessment skills.
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