About Summit Physio & Performance 

Summit Physio & Performance is a fitness-forward, wellness-centered, out-of-network physical therapy clinic specializing in active individuals, orthopedic rehabilitation, and long-term patient transformation. Our clients range from high school athletes to active older adults, with a strong focus on CrossFit athletes, weightlifters, outdoor enthusiasts, runners, and athletes across a wide variety of sports. Our care model is rooted in high-quality, fitness-forward physical therapy designed for individuals who want to move, train, and perform for life.

The Opportunity

Summit is growing! We are preparing to open our own dedicated clinic space outside of a CrossFit gym this winter and are looking to bring another talented clinician onto our team during this transition.

We currently operate within CrossFit Tava and CrossFit Mountain Shadows, with monthly pop-up clinic days at CrossFit Hellkite. As we expand, we're looking for an Orthopedic-Focused Performance Physical Therapist who understands strength and conditioning, CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, running, and modern movement principles.

This role is ideal for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who is excited to build their caseload, establish relationships within the local fitness community, connect with gyms and run clubs, and host workshops that bring value to the community. You'll have the opportunity to develop your own clinical presence while having Summit's full support with marketing, community partnerships, and the systems needed to succeed.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, energetic, and growth-oriented environment, someone who takes initiative, enjoys building relationships, and wants to be part of something bigger.

Our one-on-one, out-of-network model gives clinicians the autonomy and time to provide truly exceptional care. No double-booking. No rushing through appointments. Just the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, think critically, deliver high-level care, and help people get back to doing what they love.

We hold ourselves to a high standard, challenge each other to continually improve, and take pride in delivering the very best for our clients. We're looking for someone who doesn't just want a job, but wants to grow, contribute, and help build something special alongside us.

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Ideal Candidate & Clinical Experience

We are looking for a clinician with a strong foundation in treating non-operative, acute, and chronic orthopedic conditions in an active population within a direct-access model of care. While we do treat post-operative patients, our caseload is primarily focused on non-operative rehabilitation, performance, and helping clients stay active long-term.

The ideal candidate is confident in managing a variety of orthopedic conditions, navigating multiple areas of concern, prioritizing treatment goals, and working with high-level athletes. A strong understanding of strength and conditioning is essential. We want someone who can bridge the gap between rehabilitation and performance, understands how to load and progress clients appropriately, and isn't intimidated by the demands of treating highly active individuals.

We value clinicians who bring additional skills and interests that complement our growing team. Our approach is rooted in the biopsychosocial model of care, and a foundational understanding of pain neuroscience education is important. We want someone who looks beyond the diagnosis, considers the whole person, and understands the many factors that influence recovery and performance.

We are especially interested in clinicians who have experience or an interest in expanding their skills in areas such as pelvic health, running rehabilitation, concussion/vestibular care, and lymphatic conditions. We also have an opportunity to expand our pediatric services, as this is not currently a specialty represented on our team.

You don't need to be an expert in everything, but you should be a confident orthopedic clinician with a desire to keep learning, expand your skill set, and bring something unique to the team.

Sound like you? We'd love to meet you.

Position Overview: 

The Performance Physical Therapist will provide individualized, evidence-informed orthopedic and performance-based care with an emphasis on functional movement, strength and conditioning, and whole-person wellness. This is a full-time position with a gradual transition toward a full-time patient caseload, allowing time to establish relationships, build a referral network, and grow within the practice.

The role includes one-on-one patient care, clinical decision-making, patient education, individualized program development, and engagement with the local fitness community. The ideal candidate is excited to contribute their clinical expertise, develop additional specialty skills, and help grow Summit's presence while becoming an integral part of a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented team. 

Why You'll Love Working at Summit Physio:  

• A sustainable caseload: See approximately 4–8 clients per day (up to 30 per week). We believe quality care and longevity in this profession matter more than packing your schedule. Go home feeling fulfilled and energized rather than physically and mentally drained.

• Flexibility and autonomy: Have the freedom to build your own schedule within clinic needs, with generous flexibility. We trust our clinicians to manage their time and take ownership of their work.

• True one-on-one care: Enjoy uninterrupted 60-minute treatment sessions with every client. No double-booking. Ever. Your attention stays where it belongs—on the person in front of you.

• Motivated clientele: Work with an active population of adults and athletes who are invested in their recovery and excited to get back to lifting, running, training, and doing what they love.

• Less paperwork, more physical therapy: As a 100% out-of-network practice, we aren't dictated by insurance companies. Spend less time on authorizations, restrictions, and insurance documentation and more time doing what you were trained to do.

• Full-spectrum clinical care: Treat clients across the continuum, from injury rehabilitation to strength, performance, and long-term wellness. You'll have access to the equipment, space, and tools needed to help clients achieve their goals.

• A team that pushes you forward: Work alongside a positive, motivated, like-minded group of professionals who genuinely support one another, share knowledge, and challenge each other to become better clinicians and people.

• Comfortable work environment: Say goodbye to traditional business attire. We embrace professional athleisure and a clinic environment that reflects the active lifestyle we promote.

• Time to think like a clinician: Use downtime to research complex cases, collaborate with teammates, communicate with clients, and continue learning, not spend hours fighting insurance companies or completing unnecessary paperwork.

• Consistent mentorship and growth: Participate in weekly mentorship, team training, and case discussions regardless of your experience level. We believe great clinicians never stop learning, and we invest in helping our team continue to develop.

• The opportunity to actually love your career: Practice the physical therapy you went to school for. Have the time, resources, autonomy, and support to make meaningful connections and deliver the level of care you always envisioned. 

• Most importantly, you get to use your talents, knowledge, and passion—the very things that made you want to become a physical therapist in the first place—to make a REAL difference in people's lives.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You…

• Are confident evaluating and treating orthopedic conditions of the spine and extremities, including acute and chronic conditions.

• Believe strength training is a fundamental component of rehabilitation and enjoy programming with a performance-driven mindset.

• Have coaching experience or a strong understanding of coaching principles, with the ability to cue movement, teach proper technique, modify exercises, and confidently guide clients through strength and conditioning progressions.

• Practice evidence-based physical therapy by integrating current research, clinical expertise, and individual patient goals and preferences into your clinical decision-making.

• Understand the demands of working with active individuals, athletes, runners, and lifters, and know how to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and performance.

• Apply modern pain science, avoid fear-based language, and integrate a biopsychosocial approach that recognizes the physical, psychological, and social factors influencing recovery.

• Bring additional clinical experience, specialty training, or areas of interest that complement our team and expand the services we can offer our community.

• Communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively with clients while building trust and meaningful therapeutic relationships.

• Value clinical autonomy and feel comfortable managing your caseload, making independent clinical decisions, and taking ownership of patient outcomes.

• Enjoy collaborating with a small, high-performing team that challenges, supports, and learns from one another.

• Are passionate about whole-person care and look beyond the diagnosis to understand the individual.

• Practice what you preach! You enjoy staying active through lifting, running, CrossFit, outdoor recreation, or other forms of training.

• Are organized, self-motivated, and take initiative in building your caseload and contributing to the growth of the practice.

• Enjoy connecting with the local fitness community, building relationships with gyms, coaches, and other healthcare professionals, and representing Summit professionally.

• Are flexible, adaptable, and excited to be part of a growing practice that continues to evolve.

• Are curious and committed to lifelong learning. You stay current with evolving research, critically evaluate traditional approaches, and continually look for ways to sharpen your clinical skills and become a better clinician. 

• You don't have to know everything, but you should be passionate about learning, thinking critically, and continually raising the standard of care.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive orthopedic evaluations and develop individualized, evidence-informed treatment plans for active individuals and athletes.

• Manage a diverse caseload of acute and chronic orthopedic conditions, with an emphasis on non-operative rehabilitation and performance.

• Integrate strength training, functional movement, and progressive loading into rehabilitation to bridge the gap between injury recovery and long-term performance.

• Apply sound clinical reasoning and modern pain science to guide treatment decisions and help clients achieve meaningful outcomes.

• Communicate clearly with clients regarding their goals, treatment plans, expectations, and progress while creating an exceptional patient experience.

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and uphold HIPAA compliance.

• Take ownership of building and managing a sustainable caseload with support from Summit Physio’s marketing, referral, and operational systems.

• Build relationships within the local fitness community, including gyms, CrossFit affiliates, run clubs, coaches, and other healthcare providers.

• Participate in community outreach, networking events, and educational workshops to increase awareness of Summit's services.

• Develop and deliver educational workshops or presentations related to orthopedic health, injury prevention, strength training, and performance a few times per year.

• Participate in occasional community events, fitness competitions, and local races by hosting Summit recovery booths, providing basic recovery education, connecting with athletes, and increasing your visibility and supporting the fitness community.

• Contribute to Summit Physio’s marketing and educational content through approximately one blog post per quarter and 1-2 Instagram posts or reels per month.

• Participate in weekly team meetings, mentorship, case discussions, and continuing education opportunities.

• Collaborate with teammates to improve patient experience, share clinical knowledge, and support the growth of the practice.

• Contribute ideas to operational improvements, community partnerships, and the continued development of Summit's patient-centered care model.

• Represent Summit professionally and embody our values of clinical excellence, collaboration, continued learning, and high-quality patient care.

Position Standards

• Maintain professionalism, empathy, and clinical excellence at all times.

• Honor patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.

• Communicate proactively with patients and team members.

• Take initiative in community networking and building your caseload.

• Embody an active, movement-first lifestyle aligned with Summit Physio’s brand.

• Contribute positively to our collaborative and energetic culture.

Qualifications

Required:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), completion of CAPTE credentialed DPT education

• Colorado Physical Therapist License (active or in process)

• Active CPR/BLS certification 

• Trained in dry needling or is pursuing a certification 

• Trained in cup therapy or is pursuing training 

• Comfortable with performing joint manipulations 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Confidence working independently in a 1:1 care model

• Alignment with a wellness-centered, active-care philosophy

Preferred:

• 2-3+ years of experience treating orthopedics 

• Background in strength training, sport rehab, women’s health, or fitness coaching

• Have taken several course from the Institute of Clinical Excellence 

• Experience with EMR/CRM systems (training provided)

• Interest in continuing education and long-term professional development

• Confident with Google Drive, Slack and social media platforms - Instagram/Facebook primarily 

• Dry needling and Cup therapy certifications 

• CrossFit coaching, run coaching, weightlifting coaching, or prior personal training experience is a plus 

Compensation

• W-2 position

• Full-Time

• Competitive pay based on experience (75-85/patient visit) - revenue based salary paid per patient

• Flexible schedule

• Continuing education support - once achieving full time status - 1 full course paid per year  

• Mentorship and collaboration with a supportive team

• Access to clinic space and resources

• No high-volume, insurance-driven care - true 1:1 time with each patient, most sessions are 60 min in length

• Simple IRA

How to Apply

We are accepting applications through Google Forms. Please be prepared to submit:

• Your cover letter

• Your resume/CV

• At least one professional reference (name + contact information)

Optional: Portfolio, Instagram, website, or any content showing your philosophy or approach to movement and pelvic health