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

Supplied Talent; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Our client is a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving residents in Ordway, Colorado and nearby rural communities. This PTA role supports rehabilitation for elderly and post-acute patients under licensed PT supervision, with a focus on dignity and quality of life.

The position emphasizes individualized therapy, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, offering relocation support and a supportive work environment in a stable facility.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Colorado PTA licensure or ability to obtain before start date.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized PTA services under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implement treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, gait training, and balance activities.
• Document patient progress and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and nursing staff on resident goals.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and fall prevention.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements.
• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

Job description

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
• Supportive, collaborative care team with low therapist-to-patient ratios
• Meaningful work in an underserved rural community where your contributions truly matter
• Stable, mission-driven facility with long‑tenured leadership