Physical Therapy Assistant

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. This position works closely with physical therapists and on site surgeons.

• 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.
• Promotes evidenced based care through collaboration with physical therapists and physicians on site.

• 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 and continuing education time off
• Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
• Most positions offer Monday Friday work schedules, flexibility in hours
• Flexible work schedules, 4 X 10 hour shifts available
• Potential for Sign-on Bonus
• Access to colleagues with varying clinical interests and specialty areas- Occupational therapists, physical therapists, MDs, PAs, and ATCs.

• 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
• BLS

• 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.

- Lowry Medical Center: 8101 E Lowry Blvd Ste 220, Denver, CO 80230

- Aurora Southlands: 6235 S Main St Suite C-101, Aurora, CO 80016

- 20 Mile: 11211 Dransfeldt Rd, Ste 122, Parker, CO 80134

- Lincoln: 11960 Lioness Way Suite 240, Parker, CO 80134