Registered Physical Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Arvada, CO, 80003
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 25 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Qualified external Physical Therapist applicants are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus!*
* PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply. Apply to chat with a recruiter about the details!
Depending on your location, you may be eligible for up to $8,000 in relocation assistance!
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
In this role as a Physical Therapist (PT), you will be responsible for a continuum of services providing care to patients with neuromuscular, orthopedic and other physically-related disorders requiring mobility training, strengthening, modalities, specialized manual therapy and neuromuscular reeducation. As a Physical Therapist you will also utilizes rehab process to promote and restore optimal health and well-being of the patient. While in this position you will assume personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Physical Therapist candidates will need the following:
- Previous work experience providing direct patient care in outpatient, inpatient or inpatient rehab unit preferred
- Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR), preferred
- Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy required
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, preferred
- Current Colorado state licensure as a Physical Therapist required
- BLS through the American Heart Association required
- Dry Needling Certification or Education preferred
- Only required if performing the Dry Needling function: Dry Needling Certification or Education.
Physical Requirements-Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly
This full-benefit outpatient PT ortho position is available Monday through Friday. There is considerable leeway in our schedule. For the position working in our Frisco, Colorado office, we normally offer four ten-hour shifts.
Where You'll WorkAt CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
St. Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life® Colorado. We are nationally recognized as a multiple-time recipient of the Press Graney Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Experience, and we were named a Top 100 Hospital in the U.S. by IBM Watson Health in 2018. We also are a Pathway to Excellence-designated hospital, recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as being one of the best hospitals for nurses to work. We provide a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Summit County and the surrounding region, including surgical, emergency/trauma, critical care, birth center, orthopedics, breast care, digital mammography, breast MRI, radiology and imaging, infusion therapy, nuclear medicine, cardiology, oncology, Summit Sleep Disorders Center, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), gastroenterology and Total Joint Replacement.
We are proudly provide convenient care where you live, work and play - that's why visitors and residents alike can count on us for emergent and urgent medical services. In addition to 24/7, Level III emergency care at St. Anthony-Summit Hospital in Frisco, we have three emergency mountain clinics at the base of the Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Keystone resorts, as well as urgent care and primary care available from CMG High Country Healthcare clinics in Frisco, Breckenridge and Silverthorne.
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Frequently asked questions
Arvada and the broader Denver metro area have a growing need for physical therapists due to an aging population and active communities. This demand means Registered Physical Therapists often find ample opportunities, but competition can vary by specialty and facility size.
Beyond standard Colorado state licensure, credentials like dry needling certification are highly valued locally, especially for outpatient orthopedic roles. These certifications enhance treatment options and align well with Colorado’s active lifestyle patient base.
Registered Physical Therapists are trained to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation, including neuromuscular reeducation and manual therapy. Their expertise in mobility training and strength conditioning sets them apart from assistants or aides in clinical settings.
Career paths often lead from direct patient care to specialized certifications or leadership roles like clinical director. Many therapists also pursue doctorate degrees to broaden their expertise and open doors to research or teaching opportunities.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters growth through access to advanced training, competitive benefits like relocation assistance, and engagement in multidisciplinary teams at nationally recognized hospitals, enhancing both clinical skills and career development.
This role offers unique benefits such as a substantial sign-on bonus, flexible scheduling options, and the chance to work within a mission-driven network recognized for excellence in patient care, distinguishing it from typical outpatient therapy jobs nearby.
Registered Physical Therapists in Arvada generally earn between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Catholic Health Initiatives’ competitive packages and bonuses can push compensation toward the higher end.
Aspiring therapists should focus on obtaining a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, then pursue a master’s or doctorate for advanced roles. Securing Colorado state licensure and BLS certification are essential, with dry needling as a valuable add-on.
Therapists here maintain hands-on patient treatment while engaging with electronic medical records and collaborating across departments, ensuring seamless rehab processes aligned with organizational mission and patient-centered outcomes.
Arvada’s proximity to outdoor recreation leads to a patient base with active lifestyles, requiring therapists to tailor mobility and strengthening programs for injury prevention and recovery, blending clinical expertise with community wellness trends.