Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Westminster•Westminster, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This PRN opportunity is at LCC of Westminster, a long-term care facility with a strong Part B focus. The facility is in Westminster, Colorado, near Denver and Boulder, has a five-star quality-measures rating, and a 4.2 Google rating based on 184 reviews. The Rehab Director has been with the building for almost 20 years. Compensation is listed as $30–$40 for full-time and $32–$42 for PRN. One year of experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program (ASPT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

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 under the supervising PT’s direction.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibit excellent customer service and 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 adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable post-acute care practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and use good judgment and reasoning skills.
Use good body mechanics.
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.