Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Choice Health at Home; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company vehicle

Job summary

Choice Health At Home is seeking a conscientious Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support licensed therapists in a Colorado Springs home health setting. You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and guide patients through therapeutic activities to restore function.

The role requires PTA program completion, state licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license; home health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program with state licensure exam.
• 1 year home health experience preferred.
• AHA CPR certification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Valid Auto Insurance.
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in executing treatment plans for diverse conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises and modalities under supervision.
• Monitor and document patient responses and progress.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and device use.
• Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment and sanitize equipment.

Skills

Assisting therapists

Therapeutic exercises

Progress monitoring

Patient education

Education

PTA program completion

State licensure exam

PTA license

Tools

Ultrasound

Electrical stimulation

HomeCare HomeBase

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Full-Time CO - Colorado Springs Home Health Branch, Colorado Springs, CO, US

About the Role:

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a critical role in supporting licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, or managing chronic conditions. This position involves implementing treatment plans designed by physical therapists, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting therapeutic activities to optimize recovery outcomes. The PTA works closely with patients to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is essential to ensure coordinated care and patient education. Ultimately, the PTA contributes significantly to enhancing patients’ quality of life by facilitating their return to daily activities and independence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
• Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.

Requirements

Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.

Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license

1 year of home health experience preferred

AHA CPR certification

Valid Driver’s License

Valid Auto Insurance

HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..

Benefits and Perks

• 401k You’re eligible after 3 months of service/The plan is 100% fully vested immediately/Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% you contribute each pay period
  
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company vehicle upon availability after 90 days of full time employment and all the terms and conditions set by the Fleet Car team are met.