Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Berkley Manor Care Center•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based at Berkley Manor Care Center, a skilled nursing facility in central Denver offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The position is part of an in-house rehabilitation program and an organization-wide network of more than 200 skilled nursing facilities. New graduates are welcome to apply, and a mentorship program and growth opportunities are offered.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program (ASPT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state, with an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and kept current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a physical therapy assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, under the direction and supervision of a licensed PT.
Follow physical therapy treatment plans established for patients by the supervising PT.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner, and use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist with evacuation of patients.
Communicate and work productively as part of an interdisciplinary team; liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information; follow company policies, compliance procedures, and Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and comply with applicable patient rights, safety, sanitation, laws, regulations, guidelines, and department procedures.