Physical Therapist, PT OCS Resident

Banner Health

. Evaluate patients' functional abilities and limitations and determine whether intervention is needed .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeBrush • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $41 - $68 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating patients' functional abilities, establishing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based physical therapy interventions. Proficient in communication with interdisciplinary teams and committed to ongoing professional development and mentorship.

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Physical Therapy LicenseBLS CertificationPatient Care Equipment ProficiencyEvidence-Based DocumentationMentorship and Supervision

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment Plan DevelopmentTherapeutic ModalitiesClinical Decision-MakingDischarge Planning

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityProfessional Development Commitment

Tools & Technologies

Computer Software ApplicationsEvaluation ToolsOffice Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Physical Therapy CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

APTA Accredited SchoolInterdisciplinary TeamsEvidence-Based GuidelinesPhysical Therapy Residency Accreditation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate patients' functional abilities and limitations and determine whether intervention is needed
Establish plans of care, measurable treatment goals, and initiate discharge planning
Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans and provide skilled treatment
Assess treatment effectiveness and modify plans of care as indicated
Educate physicians, nurses, patients, families/caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
Work with a specialty-certified Physical Therapist mentor to advance clinical decision-making and prepare for certification examination
Complete timely, evidence-based documentation of evaluations, treatments, and patient progress
Communicate patient information, treatment results, and progress to care teams and physicians
Adapt assignments to mentorship hours, caseload, scheduling, and staffing needs
Supervise and delegate tasks to PTAs, ATCs, therapy technicians, and students
Participate in department operations, meetings, process improvement, productivity activities, and evidence-based guideline development
Interact with staff, physicians, patients, families, healthcare institutions, community providers, agencies, educational institutions, and professional organizations
Complete all Physical Therapy Certification or Residency Accreditation Standards requirements under mentor supervision

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have graduated from an APTA accredited school of Physical Therapy, or equivalent
Must possess a current Physical Therapy license within the State of practice; license must not be under suspension, revocation, probationary status, or subject to disciplinary proceedings or inquiry
BLS certification required
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited corresponding certification or residency program
Must be committed to professional development
Ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment
Ability to use patient care equipment, evaluation tools, therapeutic modalities, copier, multi-line telephone, fax machine, computer, pager, and miscellaneous office equipment
Additional related education and/or experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Relocation package
401k
Wellness program
Career growth opportunities
Weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions with an orthopedic specialist totaling over 150 hours