Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Physical Therapy • Lakewood, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for its outpatient orthopedic center in Lakewood, Colorado. The PTA will provide care to patients of all ages and abilities as part of a highly trained clinical team. The team provides treatment services intended to maximize functionality and promote optimal patient outcomes, helping patients return to athletics, work, daily life, and activities they enjoy. Patient care is provided under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.

The position offers starting compensation of $27 per hour, with bonus and/or student loan reimbursement incentives. The company also describes a comprehensive benefits package, a company-matching 401(k), continuing education opportunities, an indefinite student debt benefit program, and annual performance reviews.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Pass a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
• Valid state physical therapist assistant license, or a license in process.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as mandated by the State Practice Act.
• Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities, with minimal supervision and in accordance with physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Benefits

• Company-matching 401(k) plans.
• Continuing education program with access to CEU courses and national certifications.
• Indefinite student debt benefit program.
• Bonus and/or student loan reimbursement incentives.
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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