Physical Therapist Assistant

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado
Wheat Ridge, CO, US
$35K-$65K a year
Full-time
Part-time

Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION OVERVIEW

POSITION OVERVIEW

Improving the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, by examining each person and then developing a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

  • Performs and documents daily assessments of patient’s condition
  • Follows a plan of care which is appropriate to problems in identified and involves the patient / family according to their capabilities and desires
  • Educates the patient and family / caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and / or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings.

Provides information regarding appropriate selection / use of adaptive equipment and support programs.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

SALARY & BENEFITS :

$35,000-$65,000 Annually

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • PTO package and paid holidays
  • Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance
  • Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
  • Opportunities for internal training and development including journal clubs, physician views, surgery views, and in-services
  • Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
  • Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
  • Most positions offer Monday Friday work schedules
  • Flexible work schedules, 4 10 hour shifts
  • This position could be full-time, part-time or PRN
  • Potential for Sign-on Bonus

Requirements :

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS :

  • 1+ years of experience preferred but will consider new grads
  • Physical Therapy Assistant License required by the state
  • Graduated from a physical therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required

WORKING CONDITIONS :

  • Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
  • Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form
  • Hours of business are Monday Friday from 7 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m.
  • On occasion, some early, late and overtime hours may be required
  • 30+ days ago
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