Physical Therapist Assistant

Rowan Community; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Denver, Colorado, is seeking a qualified individual to provide patient care under the direction of a Staff Therapist. The candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Assistant Program and hold current registration as a Physical or Occupational Therapist Assistant. Responsibilities include ensuring the rights of residents are protected, demonstrating commitment to the organization's mission, and adhering to company policies. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and patient-related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist.
• Demonstrate commitment to company's mission and values.
• Ensure fair treatment of all residents with kindness and respect.
• Comply with all company and departmental policies.

Skills

Commitment to company mission

Teamwork

Respect for patient rights

Professional image

Education

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Current registration/licensure as a Physical or Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job description

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
• 401k
• Paid vacation