Occupational/Physical Therapist, Hand Therapy Specialist (Part Time)
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Colorado post a median of $51 an hour, the middle half $48.50–$54.78, across 89 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in Colorado earn a median of $49.05 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Licensed in another state?
Colorado issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Colorado license, $95 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Colorado license, apply to the Colorado State Physical Therapy Board (Division of Professions and Occupations) for a license by endorsement: what Colorado asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Colorado requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Colorado State Physical Therapy Board (Division of Professions and Occupations).
- An endorsement applicant attests to graduation from an accredited (or substantially equivalent) program, passage of the NPTE and a clean practice history, submits verification from every jurisdiction where a license was ever held, proves at least one year of current licensure in a substantially similar scope of practice, and submits fingerprints for CBI and FBI criminal history checks.
- Staying active: Licenses renew on a two-year cycle; after the first renewal, physical therapists complete a self-assessment, a learning plan and at least 30 hours of professional development activities per period, at least 20 of them in educational coursework, fellowships or residencies.
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About the job
OCR has been the premier provider of orthopaedic care in Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska for 55 years! As we continue to grow, we are looking for individuals who share our values and are looking to contribute to our mission and vision. Are you passionate about patient care, teamwork, and inspiring others? If so, join the specialists in the medicine of motion today!
The Hand Therapy Specialist plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. They teach patients skills and techniques to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities.
*This position is part-time 24+ hours/week*
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluates the extent of the patient’s disabilities and limitations to determine appropriate treatment programs.
- Plans therapy programs and administers treatment to restore body function and strength, relieving pain and preventing disability.
- Maintains medical records of evaluation, treatment, and progress of each patient.
- Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in rehabilitation of the hand/upper extremity, including knowledge of post-surgical progression and fabrication of custom orthoses.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- One year previous orthopaedic and manual therapy experience, preferred.
- Licensed Occupational or Physical Therapist within the state of Colorado. Must be in good standing.
- Credentialed as a Certified Hand Therapist, preferred.
- Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, required.
- Core competencies in job knowledge, communication, customer service, planning/organizing, quantity, and confidentiality.
- Position requires valid driver's license, acceptable motor vehicle history, valid and free from restrictions, and must have appropriate vehicle insurance coverage. Ability to travel between all OCR locations.
Physical Requirements
- This position works in a typical medical environment. There are regular interruptions and significant distractions to work including, but not limited to: phones ringing; staff walking by; patients to attend to; noisy conversations that carry; and answering questions asked by others. The person in this position must frequently communicate with patients, doctors, coworkers, and others verbally as well as utilizing various equipment such as telephones, cell phones, text/instant messaging, email, and other means.
- This position frequently moves around the clinic for up to 12 hours a day; and frequently assists patients in turning or sitting in a bed on a daily basis; as well as assists patients with rising from a bed or gurney, transferring to a wheelchair, and/or returning to a bed or wheelchair. This position also frequently pushes wheelchairs and must be able to move or lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Retirement savings and profit-sharing plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing Medical Education
- Company-sponsored events
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status, and a waiting period may apply.
Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies (OCR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. OCR is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's race, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, other protected veteran, or Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other protected status.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; to receive full consideration, please apply by August 5, 2026.
From Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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