Job Details

Physical Therapist

Position Number: 6417921
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Health - Physical & Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapist

Requisition Number: 66267
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 06-Aug-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder is searching for a Physical Therapist! This role will deliver comprehensive physical therapy services in the Orthopedics and Integrative Care (OIC) Department including examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care and education. This role also attends and participates in department and organization meetings and assists with ancillary projects and outreach events.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Medical Services staff understand and are committed to the unique health concerns of our student population, making us an unparalleled source of advocacy for student wellness! Medical Services provides a wide range of health care services for students for primary care, physicals, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, allergy shots, vaccinations, travel health care, and concussion care. Our skilled team of providers collaborate to support the overall health of our students with our team of physicians/nurses, physical therapists, registered dietitians, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and massage therapists.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Patient Care:

Perform physical therapy evaluations and treatments.
Educate patients on present condition(s) and instruct on preventative aspects of self-care to facilitate and maintain a higher level of wellness.
Complete accurate and timely EHR documentation and charges for all patient interactions.
Assist in ensuring physical therapy aides, student assistants, and volunteers function within their appropriate scope.
Communicate/collaborate with other health care providers.
Incorporate clinical expertise, patient values, and current best evidence into daily clinical practice.

Administration, Projects, Outreach:

When assigned, attend and participate in OIC and Medical Services (MS) department meetings relating to business and education.
Participate in diversity events and programs.
Participate in peer reviews of colleagues.
Participate in quality improvement and MS committee activities as assigned.
Understand the working operations of MS and the CU Boulder Strategic Resources and Support department.
Participate in policy and procedure developing, drafting, editing, and revising as assigned.

What You Should Know

We are hiring for 2 positions! These positions are fully in-person with an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Friday during regular business hours. These positions will both work 100% of the time during the academic year (August through May) and 50% of the time during the summer (June and July). These roles are not expected to work University recognized holidays or evenings and will not be on call at any time.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for these 100/50 positions is $64,166.67 - $77,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Be Statements

Be collaborative. Be supportive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Graduate from accredited Physical Therapy program.
Physical Therapy license with State of Colorado by the date of hire.
BLS Certificate within 3 months of hire.
Eligible for clinical privileges as determined by the MS Credentialing and Privileging Department.

What You Will Need

Basic functional computer skills (experience with Windows based systems).
Advanced clinical reasoning skills.
Phenomenal communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by August 6, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Physical-Therapist/66267