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Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time
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About the Role

Physical Therapist at University of Utah Health in Orem, UT. Level 1 Trauma Center. Rotating weekends and holidays required.

Join University of Utah Health as a Physical Therapist – Level 1 Trauma Center in Orem, Utah, United States. As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join University of Utah Health as a Physical Therapist – Level 1 Trauma Center.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist evaluates and implements treatment plans for patients with neurological, musculoskeletal, or wound-related injuries to restore function and relieve pain. They also collaborate with the care team, educate patients and caregivers, and supervise support staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Utah or be eligible via the Physical Therapy Compact. Additionally, they must obtain an RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential within 30 days of hire.

Key Skills

Physical therapyPatient evaluationTreatment planningWound managementGait analysisJoint mobility assessmentMuscle strength testingAdaptive equipment recommendationPatient educationDocumentationQuality improvementSupervisionBody mechanicsNeurological rehabilitationMusculoskeletal injury treatment

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 26% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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