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West Haven, Utah

Physical Therapist (PT) / Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN

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$34-$50/hr

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Job Description

Utah Physical Therapy is seeking a compassionate and dependable Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our West Haven team on an as-needed (PRN) basis.

This is a great opportunity for a therapy professional looking for a flexible schedule while helping patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, manage pain, and regain independence. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, adaptable, and enjoys working in a collaborative clinical environment.

Location: West Haven, UT

Pay

  • Physical Therapist (PT): $40–$50/hour
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): $34–$40/hour
  • Schedule: PRN (As Needed) – Full-day or half-day shifts available

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, patient-centered physical therapy services to improve mobility, restore function, and manage pain.

Perform patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans (PT), or implement established treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PTA).

Deliver therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, mobility training, and other appropriate treatment interventions.

Monitor patient progress, document treatment outcomes, and communicate changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare providers.

  • Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and continued recovery.
  • Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic equipment as needed.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and clinic staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Maintain accurate and timely patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Support a clean, safe, and professional clinical environment while following HIPAA regulations and clinic policies.

Participate in continuing education and support clinic initiatives focused on patient satisfaction and quality care.

Qualifications

  • Physical Therapist (PT): Degree in Physical Therapy (MPT, MSPT, or DPT) from an accredited program.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
  • Current Utah PT or PTA license, or eligibility for licensure in accordance with applicable requirements.
  • Current CPR certification for Healthcare Professionals or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical setting.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and basic computer applications preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and demonstrate therapeutic exercises throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely assist with patient transfers and mobility.
  • Ability to handle and move therapeutic equipment as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Join Utah Physical Therapy?

At Utah Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals while maintaining a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

We offer competitive hourly pay, flexible PRN scheduling with full-day or half-day shifts, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

If you're a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a flexible opportunity with a patient-focused team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today!

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningPatient educationHIPAA complianceClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$87k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in West Haven

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$429k
Typical market rent
$1,688/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Hourly Pay
Flexible PRN Scheduling
Full-Day or Half-Day Shifts
Continuing Education Support
Collaborative Clinical Environment