General
Description MUST HAVE INPATIENT EXPERIENCE The
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will work as part of a team to provide
physical therapy service under the direction and supervision of the physical
therapist. The PTA will implement
selected components of patient/client interventions (treatment), obtain data
related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected
interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the physical
therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort. Responsibility PTA’s assist the physical therapist in the treatment
of individuals of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, who have medical
problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move
and perform functional activities in their daily lives. Patient care is provided as in-patient,
outpatient and home health settings. AccountabilityThe Physical Therapist
Assistant reports directly to the Rehabilitation Manager. Special
DemandsMental: Astute communication skills with employees,
physicians, visitors, administration and public. Ability to adjust to job situations that
involve many different people and projects, requiring some independent action
and judgment.Physical: Must have the ability and competency to operate the
equipment of his/her position; perform technical procedures; speak
intelligently and in a professional manner before others; and exercise
supervision and management skills. QualificationsEducation: Must be a graduate of and have a
certificate from an accredited Physical Therapist
Assistant program.
Must be currently credentialed by Colorado Department of Regulatory
Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations, State Physical Therapy
Board. Must have verification card of
current instruction in BLS. Experience: Minimum of
two (2) years of experience primarily outpatient experience preferred.
Bi-lingual capabilities helpful. Working
Environment
General work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work in a state of the art, newly built Rehabilitation Gymnasium, clean,
well-lighted, heated and air-conditioned area.
Exposure to unpleasant sights, smells and infectious diseases possible.
Shift: Day Shift M-F 8:00-5:00
Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy
Sub Specialties: Physical Therapy Assistant
General Certifications: N/A
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