Physical Therapist Assistant- outpatient ortho at Orthopedic Centers Of Colorado

Aurora, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

71000.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Education, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Critical Thinking, Decisive Judgement, Adaptive Equipment Knowledge, Patient Discharge Planning, Documentation, Hands-On Care, Exercise Prescription, Pain Management, Function Restoration, Disability Prevention, Family Education, Fast-Paced Environment, Minimal Supervision

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description POSITION OVERVIEW Improving the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, by examining each person and then developing a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION Performs and documents daily assessments of patient’s condition Follows a plan of care which is appropriate to problems in identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action. SALARY & BENEFITS: $52,000-$71,000 Annually Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance PTO package and paid holidays Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance. Opportunities for internal training and development including journal clubs, physician views, surgery views, and in-services Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules Flexible work schedules, 4 10 hour shifts Potential for Sign-on Bonus Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 1+ years of experience preferred but will consider new grads Physical Therapy Assistant License required by the state Graduated from a physical therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required BLS WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. On occasion, some early, late and overtime hours may be required

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will perform daily assessments of patients, follow treatment plans, and educate patients and their families. They will also assist with patient discharge and provide information on adaptive equipment.