Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA (Part Time)

Choice Health at Home; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with immediate vesting

Job summary

Choice Health at Home in Westminster, CO is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). You will work closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver one-on-one rehabilitative care in patients' homes, assisting with treatment plans and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities include implementing exercises, manual therapy under supervision, educating patients and families, and maintaining a safe, clean treatment environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited PTA program and state licensure.
• Valid PTA license is required.
• 1 year of home health experience preferred.
• AHA CPR certification.
• Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance.
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.
• 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.

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 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.

Education

Accredited PTA program completion

Physical Therapist Assistant license

AHA CPR certification

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA (Part Time)

PART-TIME CO - Westminster Home Health Branch, Westminster, CO, US

For a PTA considering Choice, the role offers an opportunity to build one-on-one patient relationships and help people make practical progress toward greater independence in their own homes.

Choice Health at Home provides home health, hospice, personal care, and rehabilitation services, helping patients receive care in the comfort of their homes. The company was founded in 2007 by David Jackson, a licensed Physical Therapist, and its mission centers on improving patients’ lives through excellent healthcare. That background gives Choice a direct connection to the value of rehabilitation

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..

• 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