Physical Therapist Assistant

Aviva at Fitzsimons; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

Aviva at Fitzsimons in Aurora, Colorado is seeking a dedicated patient care assistant. The role involves providing patient care and related activities under the direction of a Staff Therapist while adhering to established medical practices and company policies.

Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited assistant program and possess the necessary licensure as a Physical or Occupational Therapist Assistant. The organization values compassion, integrity, and teamwork, and offers benefits such as medical, dental, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program.
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care as directed by the Staff Therapist.
• Ensures residents are treated with kindness and dignity.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program

Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

What We're About

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements

• You care.

Position Summary

Provides patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist and in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
• Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
• Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times.
• Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety.
• Must have current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant

Benefits

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Paid vacation