Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
Living life well is the passion of Life Care Center of Littleton and we have a lot to be proud of! Our facility boasts numerous accolades, including Excellent Customer Satisfaction Scores and Excellent Survey results. We are proud to have achieved the following: US News and World Reports Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab 5-Star Quality Measures based on CMS ratings 4.6 Google Star Rating out of 346 reviews Recipients of the 2018 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award from the American Health Care Association. We are proud to have a great staff and an amazing Executive Director that fosters an environment of trust, caring and fun. We are a family and all of us share a passion for Life Care Center of Littleton. We are looking to add PRN support to our team! If you are interested in PRN, please submit an application!
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State.
- Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
Responsibilities
- Provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail.
- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility.
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
- Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT.
- Chart appropriately and timely.
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Benefits
- Excellent Customer Satisfaction Scores
- Excellent Survey results
- US News and World Reports Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab
- 5-Star Quality Measures based on CMS ratings
- 4.6 Google Star Rating out of 346 reviews
- Recipients of the 2018 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award from the American Health Care Association.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
