Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$32.35-$50.82/hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Physical Therapist
  • PRN
  • Grand River Health Care Center | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

Shift Info

PRN

What You’ll Do

This role provides comprehensive physical therapy services to patients across inpatient, outpatient, geriatric, pediatric, and long-term care settings. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapeutic interventions to restore function, improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent disability.

  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on injury, illness, surgery, or physical disability.
  • Provide a variety of therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, wound care, aquatic therapy, stretching, manual therapy, physical agents, and specialized equipment.
  • Collaborate with physicians, PAs, NPs, case managers, insurance adjusters, and other members of the care team to coordinate patient care.
  • Provide clinical direction and supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants, students, aides, technicians, and other Rehabilitation Services staff as assigned.
  • Provide therapy services across multiple settings, primarily at the Care Center, and occasionally Grand River Clinic West, and the hospital campus.
  • Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a licensed Physical Therapist who brings strong clinical knowledge, sound judgment, and a patient-centered approach to care. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with a diverse patient population and collaborating with patients, providers, and the broader Rehabilitation Services team.

  • Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, with a current Colorado Physical Therapy License with DORA or eligibility to sit for the licensing examination.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire and maintained throughout employment with GRHD.
  • Previous experience in physical therapy is preferred, with knowledge of physical medicine, therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
  • Ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement appropriate treatment plans, follow instructions, prioritize patient care, and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients, physicians, staff, and administrative team members.

What We Offer

Our Total Rewards Package Includes

  • Pay Range: $32.35- $50.82/hour (based on experience)
  • Shift Differentials: $2–$4/hour for nights and weekends, and other incentive pay available.
  • PRN Differential: 10% differential in addition to base rate salary
  • Perks: Flexible scheduling, employee assistance program, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines.

Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus.

While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

Our Mission

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Our Vision

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops individualized treatment plans to restore function and improve mobility across various care settings. They also provide therapeutic interventions and supervise rehabilitation staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program and possess a current Colorado Physical Therapy License. Additionally, a current American Heart Association BLS certification is required upon hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningClinical supervision

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 48 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 50% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

In Colorado, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (443 salary observations; 1,132 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,353 salary observations; 54,868 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

48 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution31 jobs · 28 employers

6
<$110k
8
$110k-130k
11
$130k-150k
6
$150k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks31 jobs · 28 employers

401k / retirement match
84%
CME allowance
58%
Sign-on bonus
10%
Loan repayment
10%
PSLF eligible
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · San Juan Capistrano, California

$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) – PRNPer Diem

Concierge Home Care · St. Cloud, Florida

$70-$100/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Independent Contractor (Union County)

$74-$95/hr
#4

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
+ 46 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,654 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Rifle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$496k
Typical market rent
$2,575/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
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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About Grand River Health Care Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Rifle, CO
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Shift differentials: $2-$4/hour for nights and weekends
PRN differential: 10% in addition to base rate
Flexible scheduling
Employee assistance program
Access to outdoor recreation