Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Greenwood Village, CO

Key Responsibilities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercise, balance, coordination, endurance, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training. Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs; demonstrate proper guarding techniques and safety awareness.

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

Colorado

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercise, balance, coordination, endurance, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs; demonstrate proper guarding techniques and safety awareness
• Apply and demonstrate therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, hot/cold packs, whirlpools, paraffin bath, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and TENS units
• Monitor patient response to treatment and intervene as necessary; document patient progress, response to treatment, and patient/family education
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols, safe patient handling practices, and facility safety policies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members, participate in team conferences, and serve as a resource regarding therapy goals and interventions

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in the state of Colorado
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic exercise techniques and physical therapy modalities
• Ability to work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control practices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience with gait training, community re-entry programming, or assistive device instruction
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems for tracking patient progress and treatment responses
• Experience participating in quality improvement initiatives or interdisciplinary team conferences

Why Join Us

• Work within a team-oriented environment that prioritizes superior patient care and a strong culture of safety
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes across a broad range of therapeutic interventions and care settings