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Select Medical Corporation

Physiotherapist

Company : Select Medical Corporation

Location : Thornton, CO, 80602

Job Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 26 December 2025

Overview

.Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Populations: Orthopedics, Concussion, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine, Amputees, Industrial, Vestibular, FCEs, Ergonomics, POETs, Dry Needling, and more!

Location: Lakewood, CO

Schedule: Full Time 32 hours+ 

Compensation: starting at $78,000/yr.

Incentives: Sign on bonus and/or indefinite student loan help

At Select Physical Therapy Colorado, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. 

We are seeking full time (32hr.+) physical therapist for our outpatient center in Lakewood, CO.  We are focused on matching each PT with the best opportunity for location, caseload, and team culture. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist. We welcome new graduate and experienced clinicians alike. Onsite mentorship is available with defined developmental pathways for clinical and professional growth.

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

  • Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
  • Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
  • Ease the Burden: Our indefinite student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
  • Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
  • Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
  • Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
  • Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

Our ideal team member is…

  • Adaptable and Flexible: willing to adapt or adjust to accommodate your colleagues and patients
  • Patient-centric: the patient always comes first and we treat every patient with care
  • An exceptional communicator: someone who communicates proactively and with empathy
  • Detail-oriented: people count on you to ensure all the details are done correctly the first time around
  • Team Player: you will be an integral part of a clinical team

So we want to know…

  • Are you someone who puts the needs of your patients above all else?
  • Are you one of the most positive people you know?
  • Are you at your best when you get to determine your goals and decide on the direction of your day?
  • Do you hate the phrase, “that’s not my job!”?

If you answered yes to these questions, being a Physical Therapist at Select Medical may be a great fit for you!

One of the many unique benefits that our employees at Select Medical can take advantage of is our industry-leading continuing education opportunities!  This includes the opportunity to join Select Physical Therapy’s nationally acclaimed and APTA accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, weekend classes and online education, and formal weekly mentoring program available for new grads.  Residency and Fellowship programs.

Who is Select Medical?

We are the nation’s leading physical therapy provider and our teams are dedicated to the communities we serve. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment.  Select Medical was founded on five Core Values which guide our interactions with patients, families, partners and each other.

We deliver superior quality in all that we do.

We set high standards of performance for ourselves and for others. We provide superior services to our patients. We continually strive to uphold and improve our reputation for excellence.

We treat others as they would like to be treated.

We treat each other with respect and promote a positive environment where people feel valued. We are honest and open in our relationships and straightforward in our communications.

We are results-oriented and achieve our objectives.

We are focused and decisive in achieving our objectives and helping others achieve theirs. We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions. We are accountable for using our time, talents and resources effectively.

We are team players.

We work together to achieve company objectives. We do our share of the work on time and with superior quality. We share ideas and information. We give honest feedback and accept constructive criticism. We confront difficulties

directly and maintain positive working relationships.

We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles.

We pride ourselves on finding creative solutions to meet challenges we encounter. We are open to change and handle pressure with poise. We are flexible, adaptable and able to learn from our experiences.

To apply, complete our FULL HR application at www.selectmedical.com/careers/

Qualifications

    • Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
    • Valid State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start
    • Ability to work 32+ hours per week with occasional late or early shifts to accommodate patients
    • Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.
    • Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
    • Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.
    • Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
    • Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility and in the community.
    • Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.
    • Possess fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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Frequently asked questions

Thornton, CO, has a growing demand for skilled physiotherapists due to increasing outpatient care needs. Competition is moderate, with Select Medical Corporation standing out by offering mentorship and career advancement, which attracts both new grads and experienced therapists seeking supportive environments.

In Colorado, licenses must be valid and current, but additional certifications like dry needling or concussion management can significantly boost employability. Employers like Select Medical Corporation emphasize advanced clinical skills and continuing education to stay competitive in the state.

Physiotherapists focusing on sports medicine and orthopedics should master musculoskeletal assessments, injury prevention techniques, and rehabilitation protocols. Proficiency in modalities like dry needling and vestibular therapy enhances treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Outpatient physiotherapists juggle diverse cases from pediatrics to amputees, requiring adaptability. Tasks include patient evaluation, customized exercise programs, and hands-on treatments, all while maintaining precise documentation and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

Select Medical Corporation invests heavily in career development via nationally accredited orthopedic residency programs, continuous education with paid certifications, and structured mentorship. Their approach nurtures therapists from new graduates to specialists, emphasizing clinical excellence and leadership.

Beyond competitive pay, Select Medical offers indefinite student loan assistance, extensive PTO, and internal mobility across 1900 centers nationwide. This combination of financial relief, work-life balance, and career flexibility is rare among Colorado outpatient therapy employers.

Starting salaries for physiotherapists at Select Medical in the Thornton/Lakewood region begin at $78,000 annually, with additional incentives like sign-on bonuses and student loan repayment programs enhancing total compensation in line with regional healthcare salary trends.

Yes, physiotherapists can transition into roles such as clinical education, healthcare consulting, or rehabilitation management. Companies like Select Medical encourage professional growth, potentially opening pathways beyond direct patient care through their extensive education programs.

New graduates are welcomed and supported with formal weekly mentoring, an orientation program, and structured developmental pathways. This ensures smooth transitions into clinical practice with ongoing guidance from experienced professionals.

Select Medical fosters a respectful, team-oriented environment emphasizing adaptability and patient-first care. Therapists benefit from open communication, constructive feedback, and resourcefulness, making it a positive workplace that values each member’s contribution.

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