Sports and Orthopedics Physical Therapist

Are you passionate about working with athletes and high-achieving individuals? Western Slope Rehab and Performance is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to join our specialized team. We focus on helping athletes—from high school competitors to recreational enthusiasts—and other driven individuals reach their peak performance and recover from injury.

Led by a physical therapist who understands your professional journey, we've built a practice free from bureaucratic barriers. Direct communication drives our constant innovation and improvement. We invest heavily in advanced technology—including blood flow restriction, surface EMG, and force plates—to ensure you deliver exceptional, evidence-based care to athletes and orthopedic patients.

This is your opportunity to work in an environment that prioritizes your professional development while making a meaningful impact on patients who depend on optimal physical performance.

We're hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to provide individualized, 45-minute treatment sessions. You'll work 36-40 hours weekly with flexibility to choose a 4- or 5-day schedule.

• High school, college, and recreational athletes
• Post-surgical orthopedic patients
• Sports-related injuries
• Worker's compensation and MVA cases
• Doctor-referred orthopedic conditions

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalized treatment plans for athletes and active individuals
• Utilize advanced technologies: blood flow restriction, surface EMG, dual force plate assessment
• Apply specialized techniques including IASTM, dry needling, and PENS
• Teach proper weightlifting technique and athletic movement patterns
• Provide online home exercise programs via PT Wired (Prompt Engage)
• Participate in weekly team strategy meetings
• Maintain documentation in Prompt EMR meeting Medicare standards (we use the Sidekick AI scribe)
• Occasional outreach to local physicians and attorneys

• Regular mentorship sessions with experienced clinicians
• Clear advancement pathways to leadership and clinic director roles
• Paid monthly team meetings
• Generous paid time off
• Relocation assistance to Colorado's Western Slope
• Annual continuing education stipend
• ICHRA health coverage

Required:

• Strong sports and orthopedic PT background
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Demonstrated success treating athletes and high-performing individuals
• Experience coaching weightlifting and athletic movements

Preferred:

• Dry needling certification
• Established connections within local sports communities