Physical Therapy Assistant

Paxxon Healthcare Services•Colorado Springs, CO

5d•$32 - $37

About The Position

Paxxon Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to provide outpatient/Med B therapy in senior living settings, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The role offers 1:1 patient care and a flexible work schedule. The PTA administers treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist and assists with patient documentation as directed. The PTA provides effective treatment using appropriate physical therapy techniques and precautions while maintaining patient dignity and professional rapport. The role includes keeping timely clinical and billing records, communicating patient progress and changes, coordinating with patients’ care teams and families, and following applicable insurance guidelines. PTAs may provide clinical supervision to Rehabilitation Techs as requested.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited institution.
Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state where practicing.
Ability to lift 35 pounds and safely move, lift, or transfer patients.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Appropriate fine motor skills.
Adequate visual acuity for safe patient interaction.
Flexible work schedule.

Responsibilities

Administer treatment plans according to the Physical Therapist’s directives and assist with patient documentation as directed.
Select and use appropriate physical therapy techniques, precautions, and contraindications to provide effective treatment.
Maintain patient dignity and modesty and explain treatments appropriately to patients.
Complete timely daily documentation so services are accounted for clinically and for billing.
Document significant changes in patient progress, equipment provided, home programs, handouts, and communications with physicians and POAs.
Contact physicians as directed to clarify diagnoses or orders, change treatment, or discharge patients.
Consult with patients’ POAs, nurses, social workers, occupational and speech therapists, and physicians as appropriate.
Notify facility personnel and family about equipment use and attend patient-related meetings according to facility policy.
Apply knowledge of insurance guidelines for applicable rehabilitation services.
Perform other duties needed to support efficient, economical, and quality department operations.
Maintain a professional appearance, suggest department improvements, and demonstrate leadership by appropriately utilizing support personnel.
Provide clinical supervision to Rehabilitation Techs as requested.