Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA PRN

Choice Health at Home; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Health at Home is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN in Westminster, CO. The PTA collaborates with licensed physical therapists to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and adjust activities to optimize recovery for home health patients.

Responsibilities include executing plans, guiding patients and families, and maintaining a safe, clean treatment environment. State licensure and CPR certification are required, with home health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• 1 year of home health experience preferred.
• AHA CPR certification.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Auto Insurance.
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.

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 supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and 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 equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.

Education

Accredited physical therapy program

State licensure exam

Tools

HomeCare HomeBase

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA PRN

PRN CO - Westminster Home Health Branch, Westminster, 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..