Physical Therapist Assistant

LINCOLN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME • Byers, CO

9d • $27 - $41

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant administers and modifies physical therapy treatments as directed by a Staff Physical Therapist, after the therapist has evaluated the patient. The role helps restore patient functioning and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability, and assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

The position works closely with Physical Therapists and staff in other clinical departments to collaborate on patient care, and reports to the Director of Therapy. Lincoln Community Hospital and Care Center is a Critical Access Hospital co-located with an Extended Care Unit and employs 150–200 people. Outpatient Therapy Services are provided in Hugo, Flagler, Byers, and Limon clinics; the incumbent will manage responsibilities at all sites. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current state certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Current BCLS (CPR) certification.
• Knowledge of disease processes and related causative factors.
• Knowledge of the benefits and values of rehabilitative medicine.
• Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique, and their impact on rehabilitative medicine practice and equipment.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to complete training on the current electronic medical records program.
• Basic clerical, telephone etiquette, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and physiology.
• Knowledge of the operation of therapeutic modalities and equipment.
• Ability to tolerate heavy physical work and sustain stamina for the length of the shift.
• Ability to tolerate standing for 5 or more hours a day, sitting for 2 or more hours a day, and walking for 5 or more hours a day.
• Ability to tolerate repetitive tasks and motions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Ability to distinguish colors, hear alarms and normal speaking voices, and demonstrate good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and clarity of vision.

Nice To Haves

• Additional languages are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatments and modalities as directed by the Staff Physical Therapist after the therapist has evaluated the patient.
• Help restore patient functioning and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
• Assist patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
• Collaborate on patient care with Physical Therapists and staff from other clinical departments.
• Complete billing and documentation processes required in each setting in a timely manner.
• Manage responsibilities across the Hugo, Flagler, Byers, and Limon clinic sites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree