Physical Therapy Assistant

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

CE Stipend

Retirement Plan

Flexible Schedule

4x10 Shifts

Job summary

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado in Colorado Springs seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation plans and patient education. The role collaborates with physical therapists and on-site surgeons to restore function and reduce pain.

You will participate in daily assessments, implement plans of care, and assist with discharge planning while maintaining high-quality documentation and patient engagement in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience preferred but will consider new grads.
• Physical Therapy Assistant License required by the state.
• Graduated from a physical therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document daily assessments of patient’s condition.
• Follow a plan of care and involve patient/family as appropriate.
• Educate patient and family about deficits and discharge planning; advise on adaptive equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Education

PTA license (state)

APTA-approved PTA program

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Improving the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, by examining each person and then developing a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability. This position works closely with physical therapists and on-site surgeons.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs and documents daily assessments of patient’s condition
• Follows a plan of care which is appropriate to problems in identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
• Promotes evidenced based care through collaboration with physical therapists and physicians on site.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO package and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for internal training and development including journal clubs, physician views, surgery views, and in-services
• Annual stipend for continuing education and continuing education time off
• Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
• Most positions offer Monday - Friday work schedules, flexibility in hours
• Flexible work schedules, 4 X 10 hour shifts available
• Access to colleagues with varying clinical interests and specialty areas- Occupational therapists, physical therapists, MDs, PAs, and ATCs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 1+ years of experience preferred but will consider new grads
• Physical Therapy Assistant License required by the state
• Graduated from a physical therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required
• BLS

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
• Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form