Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Fulltime - Monday-Friday

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Join Our Rehabilitation Team! Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center/Veterans Community Living Center (SPRHC/VCLC) is looking for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Rehabilitation Services team in beautiful Southern Colorado. If you are looking for more than just a job and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients, we would love to have you join our team! At SPRHC/VCLC, you have the opportunity to work closely with patients, families, and a supportive rehabilitation team. Our therapists provide care in a variety of settings. Pay Range: $28.46-$39.88 per hour based on experience and qualifications Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, no weekends Requirements As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities Include Providing therapeutic treatments according to the patient's plan of careHelping patients improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and independenceGuiding patients through therapeutic exercises and activitiesMonitoring patient progress and response to treatmentCommunicating patient needs and progress with the Physical Therapist and healthcare teamDeveloping positive relationships with patients and their familiesWorking collaboratively with other healthcare professionalsMaintaining accurate and timely documentation We Are Looking For Someone Who Is A graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant programLicensed or eligible for licensure as a PTA in ColoradoCPR/BLS certified or willing to obtain certificationCompassionate and patient-focusedDependable and professionalA strong communicatorA team player who enjoys working with othersInterested in making a difference in a rural community Minimum Required Education/Experience: Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. Hold a Hold a current, unrestricted Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant license. Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities And Skills Ability to maintain an efficient work schedule with a high level of productivity. Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to work with patients, families, staff members and other team members to aid in providing high quality care. Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e-mail, surveillance equipment/cameras). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possesses advanced active listening skills, including seeking clarification when in doubt and requesting feedback when needed. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration. Note: An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted. Necessary Special Requirements: Must obtain annual flu and Covid-19 vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to submit to tuberculosis screening process. Licenses or Certificates: Valid Colorado Physical Therapy Assistant license. Benefits All Employees are eligible for: Employee Assistance Program 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment) Full And Part-time Positions Are Eligible For Medical benefits including telehealth options Dental and vision benefits Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid) Supplemental Life/AD&D Paid Time Off Short-term disability (employer paid) Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Identity protection Cafeteria Meal Discount Cafeteria Meal Payroll Deduction Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify) If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled. Salary Description $28.46-$39.88 per hour based on experience