Resident-Centered Physical Therapy Assistant

Christian Living Communities; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement (with match)

Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Ins.

Job summary

Christian Living Communities | Cappella Living Solutions is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in our senior living communities. You will help deliver treatments, build relationships with residents, and contribute to a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care; expect a pay range of $27.90 to $39.20 hourly and responsibilities including documentation, assisting with exercises, and mobility support for residents.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• 2–3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license; CPR certification.
• Must have stamina to lift and transfer residents; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in providing treatments as part of care team.
• Identify resident care issues and communicate them clearly.
• Administer treatment programs with attention to comfort and needs.
• Document resident care per procedures.
• Perform therapeutic exercises and guide residents in activities.
• Build rapport with residents to motivate recovery.
• Assist residents with devices like crutches, canes, prostheses.
• Counsel residents on regimens and wellness.
• Collaborate with team in inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Lifting/Manual handling

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited therapy program

Job description

Christian Living Communities | Cappella Living Solutions is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in our senior living communities. You will help deliver treatments, build relationships with residents, and contribute to a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care; expect a pay range of $27.90 to $39.20 hourly and responsibilities including documentation, assisting with exercises, and mobility support for residents.