Physical Therapy Assistant

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine•Broomfield, CO

15h•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine, Hand and Physical Therapy is looking for physical therapist assistants to join our team. BCOS is expanding and is searching for a physical therapist assistant who is committed to customer service, quality care, exceptional patient outcomes, and has a desire to learn and grow as a professional. As a physical therapist assistant with BCOS, you will encounter a variety of operative and non-operative clients that require skilled hands-on care, a solid team approach, and creative problem-solving.

Requirements

Understanding of Physical Therapy principles, standards, and practices.
Familiarity with exercises, modalities, and training techniques.
Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and limitations.
Strong oral and written communication.
Effective clinical problem-solving
Proficiency in administering various physical therapy treatments.
Ability to adapt exercises, plan, organize, and lead.
Competence in recording accurate treatment notes and communicating patient progress.
Skill in establishing effective relationships.
Active license as a PT Assistant in the State of Colorado.
Current CPR certifications
Graduate of an accredited PTA program

Responsibilities

Assist in developing treatment plans, documenting treatment progress, and adjusting treatments within the scope of established plans by the Physical Therapist.
Instruct, motivate, and assist patients with modalities, rehabilitative activities, and exercises as prescribed.
Provide high-quality care tailored to patient pathology.
Utilize various treatments and techniques to restore, improve, and maintain functioning and alleviate pain or prevent physical dysfunction.
Collaborate with patients, medical practitioners, and other relevant parties to plan, implement, or assess intervention programs.
Manage active patients to ensure compliance with treatment plans.
Document patient care, history, treatments, and consultations in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
Observe and evaluate patient responses and progress during treatments and report findings to the Physical Therapist.
Fit patients for orthopedic braces and supportive devices, providing instructions on their proper use and care.
Measure patient range of motion, length, girth of body parts, and vital signs to assess treatment effects or compile data for evaluations.

Benefits

Basic Life/AD&D –Guardian
16 days of PTO per year
7-7.5 paid holidays per year
EAP
401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution
Medical
HSA and FSA
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Flex Spending Accounts
General Purpose Healthcare FSA
Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance)
401K