Physical Therapist Assistant Parkview

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

UCHealth Parkview Medical Center is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support the rehabilitation team onsite in Pueblo, CO.

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, and document progress. You will educate patients and families about deficits and adaptive equipment, assist with discharge planning, and collaborate with staff to ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or related program.
• CO State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider; BLS/CPR valid through start date.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan and communicates progress.
• Educates the patient and family about deficits and use of adaptive equipment; assists with discharge planning.
• Performs duties including supervising support personnel according to licensing laws and standards.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant Parkview

Location

UCHealth Parkview Medical Center, Pueblo CO

Department

OP Rehab Sercies

Work Schedule

Part Time, 40.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift

Days

Pay

$22.54 - $33.81 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option.

Summary

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, treats patient population for therapy needs.

Responsibilities

Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities. Seeks consultation as necessary.

Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist. Documents services provided and patient response/progress.

Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits and providing information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs. Assists with patient discharge planning.

Performs all underlying duties of the job including but not limited to supervising support personnel according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or related program.
• CO State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

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Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
  • Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
  • Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

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UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

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