Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Western Hills Health Care Center; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Hills Health Care Center, part of Life Care Centers of America, seeks a motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehab services in Lakewood, CO. This part-time role offers hourly compensation and opportunities to contribute to patient recovery under a licensed PT.

The PTA will follow approved treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with therapists, nurses, and care staff to optimize patient outcomes in a post-acute setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State and maintain active license.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

ASPT Physical Therapy Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Employment Status: Part-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 42 Pay Rate Minimum: 30 Shift: Day Shift

Western Hills Health Care Center is part of Life Care Centers of America, the largest privately-owned nursing home company in the United States. Located just a few miles outside of Denver in Lakewood, Colorado, our location makes our nursing home a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following:

• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 4.3 Google Star Rating out of 153 reviews

Western Hill Health Care Center offers:

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEU) of choice
• Reimbursed Licensure Fees

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $30 to $40
• PRN: $32 - $42

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language