Physical Therapist Assistant

Parkview Care Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

CEU stipend

Job summary

Parkview Care Center is seeking a dedicated Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a Staff Therapist. The role emphasizes alignment with established medical practices, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

The incumbent will model a professional image, support co-workers, and uphold residents' rights while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

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

• Supports patient care under the Staff Therapist and follows established medical practices and company policies.
• Shows commitment to mission, values, and ethical behavior.
• Promotes teamwork and shares information to achieve results.
• Treats residents with kindness, dignity and respect and upholds rights.
• Follows all policies and procedures.
• Assists with patient therapies as directed by licensed therapist.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Patient care

Ethical conduct

Education

Graduate of accredited Assistant Program

Licensure as PTA/OTA

High school diploma

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
• $300 annually for CEU's