PTA: Geriatric Rehab Specialist in Rural Community

Supplied Talent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Relocation support

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Supplied Talent represents a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Ordway, Colorado. We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team, delivering individualized therapy under supervision to long-term residents and post-acute patients.

You'll implement treatment plans, help with gait, balance, and mobility, document progress, and collaborate with the clinical team to support recovery and quality of life in a rural community.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset.

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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in PTA

Job description

Supplied Talent represents a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Ordway, Colorado. We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team, delivering individualized therapy under supervision to long-term residents and post-acute patients.

You'll implement treatment plans, help with gait, balance, and mobility, document progress, and collaborate with the clinical team to support recovery and quality of life in a rural community.