Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Documentation, Geriatrics, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, License Management, Long-Term Care, Modality, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Education, Physical Therapy, Plan Meetings, Quality of Life, Treatment Plan, Utilization Management
Our client is a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving the residents of Ordway, Colorado and the surrounding rural communities . As one of the few healthcare providers in this region, we play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative and custodial care to elderly and post-acute patients.
We are a close-knit team committed to resident dignity, clinical excellence, and the wellbeing of both our patients and our staff. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a community that needs — and deeply values — skilled healthcare professionals.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking a dedicated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, the PTA will deliver individualized physical therapy services to long-term care residents and skilled nursing patients, supporting functional recovery and quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans as established and directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Deliver therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and modality application
- Monitor and document patient progress, functional status, and response to treatment in compliance with state, federal, and facility standards
- Communicate regularly with the supervising PT, interdisciplinary team, and nursing staff regarding resident goals and progress
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility techniques
- Participate in care planning meetings, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements
- Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions
- Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy gym and treatment environment
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program
- Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting
- Experience with geriatric populations and fall prevention programs
Preferred:
- Familiarity with MDS/PDPM documentation frameworks
Benefits
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off and holiday pay