Bachelor's degree in physical therapy or related field
Three years of full-time physical therapy experience
State Board Certified Physical Therapist certification upon hire
Basic Life Support (CPR/AED) certification upon hire
Knowledge of manual therapy techniques and ergonomic evaluations
Responsibilities
Determine treatment plans for injured employees using modalities
Conduct evaluations in ergonomics and job analyses
Provide manual therapy techniques including joint mobilization
Establish progressive exercise routines and home exercise programs
Conduct ergonomic evaluations for new and existing employees
Chart patient progress and establish treatment goals
Perform administrative tasks including scheduling and data analysis
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits program
Supportive work culture focused on employee satisfaction
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Access to resources for maintaining work-life balance
Engagement in a community-oriented work environment
Full Job Description
Salary: $85,525.56 - $102,671.74 Annually Location : Human Resources - City of Colorado Springs, CO Job Type: Classified - Full Time Job Number: 18508 Division: Human Resources Department: Physical Therapy Clinic Opening Date: 11/10/2026 Closing Date: 11/22/2026 4:00 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt
Description / Position Overview Physical Therapist In this position, you'll provide physical therapy services and treatment to City employees both in preventative and injury rehabilitation capacities. This includes case management through accurate evaluation and reassessment of the injured worker with appropriate treatment and documentation and accurate reporting.
Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. See the full potential of growth for this position here:2026 Salary Schedule
**This position is designated as a temporary assignment for an anticipated period of 13 months** As a Physical Therapist, you will:
Determine treatment of injured employees by proper use of modalities
Provide evaluations in ergonomics, work capacities, and job analyses
Provide manual therapy including joint mobilization, manual traction techniques, and soft tissue techniques
Establishes progressive exercise routines with home exercise programs and work conditioning with work simulation tasks for safe return
Conducts ergonomic evaluations for new employees and as needed for established employees
Establishes treatment goals and charts patients' progress
Schedules patient appointments
Performs administrative functions including scheduling patients and meetings; charts, files and; conducts and analyzes patient data
Other duties as assigned
Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the
We are looking for candidates who have:
Knowledge of manual therapy techniques including joint mobilization and manual traction techniques and soft tissue techniques including craniosacral therapy, neuromuscular massage, scar massage, myofascial, and TPR
Knowledge of Ergonomic and job analysis, safe return to work best practices
Ability to Establish progressive treatment, home exercise programs, and manage treatment plans for patients
Ability to conduct range of motion (ROM) testing under the American Medical Association (AMA) Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment to determine Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
Ability to work closely and maintain a positive relationship with providers and other clinic staff
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a physical therapy, health care sciences, or other related field
Three years of full-time physical therapy experience
Possess upon hire a Certification as a State Board Certified Physical Therapist
Posses upon hire Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED) certification
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
Experience in Workers' Compensation, Site Evaluations, Colorado Medical Treatment Guidelines and/or Occupational Health
Additional Information Please contact City Recruiting at city.recruiting@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of relevant professional experience do you possess?
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Do you possess or are you willing to obtain within six (6) months of hire a valid State Board Certified Physical Therapist certification?
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Do you currently possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED) certification?
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