Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$25-$35/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Join Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Skilled Nursing, Flexible Schedules in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $25 - $35/hour.
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Flexibility with schedules
  • Tuition assistance
  • Company sponsored training
  • Referral program

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Skilled Nursing, Flexible Schedules.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will carry out individualized physical therapy programs, including assessment, treatment planning, and direct patient care to achieve functional goals. They will also maintain documentation, collaborate with other health professionals, and ensure compliance with safety and departmental standards.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an APTA-approved physical therapy program and hold a current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide is required, along with the ability to care for diverse patient populations.

Key Skills

Clinical CommunicationCrisis ManagementInfection ControlSafety ProtocolsHIPAA ComplianceLeadershipInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $61k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 4.8/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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Benefits & Perks

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Time-Off
Flexibility with schedules
Tuition assistance
Company sponsored training
Referral program