PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) - ORDWAY, CO - Relocation Available

Supplied Talent; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive compensation

Housing assistance

Relocation support

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Resumo da vaga

Supplied Talent seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a skilled nursing and long-term care rehabilitation team in Colorado. The PTA will deliver individualized therapy to residents under supervision, supporting functional recovery and quality of life.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, gait/balance training, progress documentation, and family education on home programs. A strong patient-first mindset and interoperability with the care team are essential.

Qualificações

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the state (Colorado) or ability to obtain before start date.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and patient-first communication.

Responsabilidades

• Implement PT guidelines and treatment plans under the supervising PT.
• Deliver interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and modality use.
• Monitor and document progress, status, and response to treatment per standards.
• Communicate with the supervising PT and care team about goals and progress.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises, fall prevention, and safe mobility.
• Participate in care planning, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility rules.
• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
• Keep the therapy gym clean, organized, and safe.

Conhecimentos

Patient-focused care

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication with interdisciplinary团队

Formação

Associate degree from PTA program

Ferramentas

EMR systems

MDS/PDPM documentation

Descrição da vaga

Our client is a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving the residents of Ordway, Colorado and the surrounding rural communities . As one of the few healthcare providers in this region, we play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative and custodial care to elderly and post-acute patients.

We are a close-knit team committed to resident dignity, clinical excellence, and the wellbeing of both our patients and our staff. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a community that needs — and deeply values — skilled healthcare professionals.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, the PTA will deliver individualized physical therapy services to long-term care residents and skilled nursing patients, supporting functional recovery and quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans as established and directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and modality application
• Monitor and document patient progress, functional status, and response to treatment in compliance with state, federal, and facility standards
• Communicate regularly with the supervising PT, interdisciplinary team, and nursing staff regarding resident goals and progress
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility techniques
• Participate in care planning meetings, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements
• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy gym and treatment environment

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program
• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset

Preferred:

• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting
• Familiarity with MDS/PDPM documentation frameworks
• Experience with geriatric populations and fall prevention programs
• Knowledge of EMR/documentation systems used in SNF environments

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Housing assistance and relocation support for candidates relocating to the Ordway area
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay