Vail Health has become the world?s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
At Howard Head Sports Medicine, part of the Vail Health family, we help athletes of all levels get back to doing what they love - and we?re looking for a passionate Orthopedic Physical Therapist to join our team in Frisco, Colorado.
If you?re a motivated Physical Therapist who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy environment and wants to live and work in Colorado?s beautiful high country - this is the opportunity for you.
Why Join Us?
Be Part of a Renowned Team-Join Howard Head Sports Medicine-trusted by pro athletes and weekend warriors. You?ll work alongside top-tier providers in a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise matter. Our specialties include post op orthopedics, Certified Hand Therapy, Brain and Balance, Pelvic Health, Oncology, Medical BikeFit, and inpatient.
Live the Mountain Lifestyle-Frisco offers an unbeatable Colorado lifestyle with year-round access to skiing, biking, hiking, and more-all just steps from your clinic. Work where others vacation.
Grow Your Career-We invest in you. Whether you?re pursuing advanced certifications, mentoring, or exploring leadership opportunities, you?ll find the tools and encouragement to grow professionally and personally. Growth opportunities may also include team travel with US Ski, Snowboarding, and Climbing teams, teaching CE classes, teach at a university, or publishing research.
Continuing Education-Generous CEU reimbursement and additional paid days off for education.
Make a Real Impact-Here, you?re not just treating injuries-you?re helping people return to the activities they love. You?ll see the difference you make every day.
What You?ll Be Doing:
Evaluate, treat, and guide patients through personalized orthopedic rehabilitation programs
Use evidence-based techniques to help patients recover and thrive
Work closely with physicians and our reknown orthopedic surgery partners
Educate patients and families on exercises and at-home strategies
Play a key role in growing services that make a real difference in our mountain community
What We?re Looking For:
Licensed Physical Therapist in Colorado (or Compact Privilege)
BLS certification (Basic Life Support)
Passion for orthopedic rehab and helping people get back to an active lifestyle
Great communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
A desire to work in a supportive team with a strong referral base and incredible location
Join a team that supports your growth, celebrates your wins, and lets you make a lasting impact. Whether you're an experienced PT or newer to the field with a strong orthopedic interest, we?d love to meet you.
Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:
Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
Competitive wages
Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
Housing programs
Childcare reimbursement
Comprehensive Health Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Educational Programs:
Tuition Assistance
Existing Student Loan Repayment
Specialty Certification Reimbursement
Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
Paid Time Off:
Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
Recreation discounts
Pet insurance
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Vail Health, formerly Vail Valley Medical Center, is a nonprofit community health care system serving patients and guests from around the world. Locally operated and governed by a volunteer board of directors, Vail Health includes a 56-bed hospital, accredited by the Joint Commission. Our 24/7 emergency department in Vail is a Level III Trauma Center with a nearby helipad for necessary medical transports. Vail Health provides a wide array of services and access points including Beaver Creek Medical Center, urgent care clinics in Avon and Gypsum, our Edwards medical campus, Eagle Healthcare Center and a multispecialty clinic in Frisco. Howard Head Sports Medicine offers physical therapy services at 10 locations and works closely with our internationally renowned orthopaedic partners at The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit Orthopaedics. In addition, Vail Health's Shaw Cancer Center and Sonnenalp Breast Center are the region’s only fully accredited cancer treatment center and comprehensive breast center. The Vail Clinic, which was founded in 1965, officially became “Vail Valley Medical Center” in 1980, its first year as a full-service hospital. At that time, we had one primary locatio...n and 25 physicians. Today, Vail Health has locations in nine towns, nearly 1,000 employees, 260 physician partners and 85 volunteers. Vail Health is an equal-opportunity employer. The hospital is handicap accessible and adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Smoking is prohibited in our facilities. This includes e-cigarettes.