PTA - Geriatric Rehab Specialist in Rural CO

Supplied Talent; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Relocation support

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Supplied Talent is assisting a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Ordway, CO in recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team.

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, you will deliver individualized physical therapy services to residents under supervision of a licensed PT, aiming to restore function and independence through targeted exercises and activities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset
• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting
• Familiarity with MDS/PDPM documentation frameworks
• Experience with geriatric populations and fall prevention programs
• Knowledge of EMR/documentation systems used in SNF environments

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans as established and directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and modality application
• Monitor and document patient progress, functional status, and response to treatment in compliance with state, federal, and facility standards
• Communicate regularly with the supervising PT, interdisciplinary team, and nursing staff regarding resident goals and progress
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility techniques
• Participate in care planning meetings, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements
• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy gym and treatment environment

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Supplied Talent is assisting a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Ordway, CO in recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team.

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, you will deliver individualized physical therapy services to residents under supervision of a licensed PT, aiming to restore function and independence through targeted exercises and activities.