About us

In 1994, three individual orthopedic practices merged to form Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group as it is today. Taking into account the history and experience of the three groups, you could say that we have been serving the residents and military families of Colorado Springs for well over 50 years.

Our group was built upon a set of core values that we believe reflect our culture and commitment to our patients.

• EXPERIENCE. We use our collective experience to offer the broadest range of treatments available.
• TEAM WORK. Our treatment is based on collaboration and teamwork.
• COMMUNICATION. We pride ourselves on having great communication skills.
• INTEGRITY. We promise to provide ethical care and act with integrity.
• COMMUNITY SERVICE. We believe in giving back through service to our community.

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for overseeing and planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reviews Physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
• Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistant and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administers treatments involving application of physical agents.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer.
• Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist.
• Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.
• Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises employees who are assistants, tech’s and athletic trainers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning and directing work, as needed or directed; addressing complaints and resolving problems, as needed or directed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree (M.S. or M.P.T.) in Physical Therapy or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) from an accredited program. A strong understanding of all state, federal and local regulations pertaining to outpatient rehabilitation.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current, Active Colorado License for Physical Therapist

Current ACLS or BLS

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

There is no deadline because the employer accepts applications on an ongoing basis.