Description Join Our Rehabilitation Team! Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center/Veterans Community Living Center (SPRHC/VCLC) is looking for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Rehabilitation Services team in beautiful Southern Colorado. If you are looking for more than just a job and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients, we would love to have you join our team! At SPRHC/VCLC, you have the opportunity to work closely with patients, families, and a supportive rehabilitation team. Our therapists provide care in a variety of settings. Pay Range: $28.46-$39.88 per hour based on experience and qualifications Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, no weekends Requirements As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include: • Providing therapeutic treatments according to the patient's plan of care • Helping patients improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and independence • Guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and activities • Monitoring patient progress and response to treatment • Communicating patient needs and progress with the Physical Therapist and healthcare team • Developing positive relationships with patients and their families • Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals • Maintaining accurate and timely documentation We are looking for someone who is: • A graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program • Licensed or eligible for licensure as a PTA in Colorado • CPR/BLS certified or willing to obtain certification • Compassionate and patient-focused • Dependable and professional • A strong communicator • A team player who enjoys working with others • Interested in making a difference in a rural community Minimum Required Education/Experience: Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. Hold a Hold a current, unrestricted Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant license. Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: • Ability to maintain an efficient work schedule with a high level of productivity. • Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to work with patients, families, staff members and other team members to aid in providing high quality care. • Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e-mail, surveillance equipment/cameras). • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Possesses advanced active listening skills, including seeking clarification when in doubt and requesting feedback when needed. • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration. Note: An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted. Necessary Special Requirements: Must obtain annual flu and Covid-19 vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to submit to tuberculosis screening process. Licenses or Certificates: Valid Colorado Physical Therapy Assistant license. Benefits: All Employees are eligible for: · Employee Assistance Program · 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment) Full and part-time positions are eligible for: · Medical benefits including telehealth options · Dental and vision benefits · Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid) · Supplemental Life/AD&D · Paid Time Off · Short-term disability (employer paid) · Critical Illness Insurance · Accident Insurance · Identity protection · Cafeteria Meal Discount · Cafeteria Meal Payroll Deduction · Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify) If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.