Physical Therapist Assistant

6 days ago


La Junta, Colorado, United States Bluestem Village Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Bluestem Village. As a key member of our rehabilitation department, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our villagers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Villager Care: 65% of time
    • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician's orders
    • Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current standards of practice
    • Communicate changes in villager's condition
    • Participate in discharge and community mobility planning
    • Prescribe necessary durable medical equipment to facilitate independence
    • Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation
    • Respond to family requests and concerns timely
    • Assure villager abuse or neglect does not occur
    • Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information
  • Training/Education: 20% of time
    • Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff
    • Provide education and training to patient, caregiver, and community partners
    • Assist with training and education of Bluestem Village employees and professional partners
    • Ensure compliance with all community mandatory education, training and competence programs
    • Participate in PTA student development and educational programs
    • Participate in collaborative care conferences
  • Department Duties: 15% of time
    • Perform screening rounds as directed by Director of Rehabilitation to assess for client needs and environmental safety
    • Provide recommendations to Director of Rehab and other team members opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns or other updates
    • Assists in maintaining cleanliness and tour readiness of the therapy department
    • Performs other duties as assigned
    Requirements
    • Current, unencumbered, active Colorado Physical Therapy Assistant License (required)
    • Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
    • Experience: Experience in appropriate care in post-acute or long-term care environment (preferred)
    • Certifications: CPR (as requested)
    Physical Requirements
    • Frequent squatting, twisting and reaching
    • Frequent walking and standing
    • Occasional villager handling, transferring and lifting from floor, over 100#
    • Occasional crawling, climbing and sitting
    • Frequent repetitive pushing, pulling and grasping up to 50#
    What We Offer

Bluestem Village offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.



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