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Cheyenne Regional Medical Center·Cheyenne, Wyoming
Physical Therapist
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The Physical Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement individualized plans of care while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress, supervising support staff, and participating in departmental performance improvement initiatives.
Job Requirements A Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist
Provides complete physical therapy care, working toward optimal outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.
Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Tuition Reimbursement Program Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service Here is What You Will Be Doing: Evaluates physician-referred patients determining functional limitations and impairments; develops a plan of care including specific interventions and goals to address the patient’s needs, in accordance with physician orders/protocol; assists with discharge planning through recommendations communicated to the physician and the multidisciplinary team.
Provides treatment in accordance with the plan of care and within the scope of physical therapy practice; treatment includes direct application of physical therapy procedures/modalities, instruction/education of patient/family, periodic reassessment and modification of plan of care.
Documents evaluations, treatments, charges, and all relevant communications/interactions with the patient, family, and physician in the patient’s chart.
Coordinates patient treatment as appropriate with other disciplines such as occupational and speech therapy; communicates and coordinates as appropriate with other services such as Transitional Care Unit, Acute Rehabilitation Unit, Home Care Services, Skilled Nursing Facility, and case management; attends multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate.
Manages time efficiently to accomplish patient evaluation, treatment and documentation without necessitating excessive use of overtime.
Supervises physical therapist assistants, physical therapy aides and other support personnel involved in direct patient care.
Submits accurate, daily charges for patient care, on a timely basis.
Participates in education/training of groups/individuals, both intra and extra departmental, on topics relevant to physical therapy.
Participates in department initiatives in Performance Improvement, Service Excellence, safety, and other programs.
Desired Skills: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail Ability to assess, evaluate, explain, teach, problem solve using critical thinking; and perform calculations Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations Here is What You Need: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program Current Wyoming Physical Therapist (PT) license from the Wyoming State Board of Physical Therapy 14 Days: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start date Home Health: Valid USA driver's license Must have clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center's driving guidelines Nice to Have: Prior experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting About Cheyenne Regional: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad.
Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado.
We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapy program and hold a current Wyoming Physical Therapist license. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are required for this role.
Market context
Wyoming’s dispersed communities and rural healthcare settings can sustain demand for therapy professionals, while valid state licensure and an accredited program make qualified candidates competitive. This listing’s requirements reference Occupational Therapy—an ACOTE-accredited program and current Wyoming OT license—despite the Physical Therapist category, so confirm the discipline before applying; the platform’s AI summaries of original requirements and benefits, including insurance, PTO, and matching 401(k), reduce research time.