Physical Therapist Assistant, Colorado License Required

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Implement personalized physical therapy treatment plans as established and overseen by the supervising Physical Therapist.

• Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and modality application.

• Monitor and document patient progress, functional status, and treatment responses in accordance with state, federal, and facility standards.

• Regularly communicate 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 strategies, and safe mobility techniques.

• Participate in care planning meetings, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable.

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in line with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements.

• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions.

• Assist in keeping a clean, organized, and safe therapy gym and treatment environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program.

• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to the start date).

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach.

• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting (preferred).

• Familiarity with MDS/PDPM documentation frameworks (preferred).

• Experience with geriatric populations and fall prevention programs (preferred).

• Knowledge of EMR/documentation systems utilized in SNF environments (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.

• Housing assistance and relocation support for candidates moving to the Ordway area.

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.

• Paid time off and holiday pay.

• Supportive, collaborative care team with low therapist-to-patient ratios.

• Meaningful work in an underserved rural community where your contributions truly matter.

• Stable, mission-driven facility with long-tenured leadership.