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Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Centers of America, Pueblo, CO, United States


Overview

$5,000 sign-on bonus
Surrounded by beauty, Life Care Center of Pueblo features views of Pikes Peak to the north, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the west and the Spanish Peaks to the southwest. Located in Pueblo, Colorado, "The Home of Heroes," our nursing home is a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. Life Care Center of Pueblo offers an outdoor therapy courtyard to prepare residents with outdoor obstacles prior to discharging home, individualized home assessments, private treatment rooms for therapists to use during treatments, and various outdoor areas for the residents to enjoy our beautiful grounds.

We Are Proud To Have Achieved The Following Accolades

5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating

Recognized as an “800 Club” member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com

Life Care Center of Pueblo was rated Best of Assisted/Senior Living in the Pueblo Chieftain Community Choice awards in 2025.

Life Care Center of Pueblo , CO

In-house rehab programs

– included in benefits

Reimbursed CEU opportunities

of choice

New Grad Mentorship Program

Great growth opportunities

Position Summary

The PT - Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements
Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy, BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (2003 or later must have MSPT or DPT)

Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred

CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email

Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs

Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions
Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients

Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals

Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students

Chart appropriately and timely

Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately

Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

Assist in the evacuation of patients

Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Equal Opportunity Employer

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