Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant

Christian Living Communities•Colorado Springs, CO

23h

About The Position

Christian Living Communities (CLC) | Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to assist physical therapists in providing treatment and procedures to residents. The role combines clinical skills with building genuine relationships with residents and colleagues, recognizing the individual strengths and perspectives each person brings to the community. New graduates are welcome. The assistant provides services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, administers treatment programs tailored to residents’ comfort and needs, documents care, and communicates resident care issues to the physical therapist. The position also involves assisting residents with therapeutic activities and supportive devices, explaining therapeutic regimens, and promoting wellness and health maintenance. The role requires frequent interaction with residents, family members, visitors, and colleagues. It involves medium-heavy physical work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, and may be subject to frequent interruptions. The posted pay range is $30.35–$38.95. Applications are accepted through 11/26/2026, though the posting may close earlier due to applicant volume.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
Current state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
CPR certification.
Physical stamina to lift, transfer, and assist residents during physical activities.
Ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, including when assisting residents.
Ability to communicate clearly with residents in person and over the phone.
Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including examining residents and reading printed materials and computer screens.
Ability to perform medium-heavy physical work, including occasional pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds of force and repeated pushing or pulling of more than 45 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist as part of the care team.
Identify resident care issues and communicate them clearly to the physical therapist.
Administer treatment programs with attention to residents’ comfort and individual needs.
Document resident care according to approved medical and facility procedures.
Administer manual exercises and instruct, encourage, and assist residents with non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and activities of daily living.
Build rapport and trust with residents and understand what motivates and encourages each individual during recovery.
Help residents use supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
Describe therapeutic regimens, share normal growth and development information, and promote wellness and health maintenance.
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.