Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home health care is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant in Denver. In this role, you will provide direct patient care and work closely with a team to ensure optimal care experiences. This position offers competitive compensation and a flexible schedule, making it a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Employee referral program

401(k) w/ company match

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with current licensure.
• 1+ year PTA experience required.
• Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy according to the physical therapist's directions.
• Aid patients in therapeutic exercises and training.
• Observe and report patient reactions to treatment.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Documentation Excellence

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Our Company

Abode Hospice and Home Health

Overview

Our Home Health Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) are the heart of our organization! In this role, you will support your patients by providing direct care and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience. Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today!

Location: Denver Branch (Lakewood)

Coverage area: Aurora & South Denver

Schedule: PRN

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Employee referral program
• 401(k) w/ company match
• Employee discounts

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care
• Direct and aid patient in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training
• Utilize physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage
• Instruct in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
• Observe and report to the physical therapist the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in condition
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the CAPTE with current licensure to practice in state of operation
• 1+ year PTA experience
• Home health experience preferred
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence

About our Line of Business

At Abode Hospice and Home Health, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice and home health services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Abode Hospice and Home Health, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have experts in the health care industry on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit www.abodehospiceandhomehealth.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $40.00 / Hour