Physical Therapy Assistant Acute PRN

HCA HealthONE; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &視

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

HCA HealthONE is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver individualized therapy that restores mobility and independence. You’ll work within a supportive team, under supervising PTs, following well-defined processes, and providing high-quality care with confidence.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with physicians and care teams, and access to education and growth opportunities. On-site, Colorado location in Lone Tree, with flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Certificate of graduation from accredited PTA program.
• BLS certification required.
• Current PTA license required.
• Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility.
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and document responses for safe, effective care.
• Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with PTs, nurses, aides, and care team to enhance patient experience and care quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient education

Auditory communication

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

PTA license (current)

BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate

$27.98 - $41.97 / hour

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you’ll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you’ll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility.

Your Responsibilities

• Delivering therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
• Applying physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
• Monitoring patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
• Teaching patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
• Working closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence

Qualifications

• Certificate of graduation from accredited PTA program. BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. Current PTA license required.
• No experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other health care team members. Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate with patients using auditory Input and Output.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• (LPTA) Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
• Associate Degree

No Travel Required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.