PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)

Our client is a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving the residents of Ordway, Colorado and the surrounding rural communities. As one of the few healthcare providers in this region, we play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative and custodial care to elderly and post-acute patients.

We are a close-knit team committed to resident dignity, clinical excellence, and the wellbeing of both our patients and our staff. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a community that needs — and deeply values — skilled healthcare professionals.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, the PTA will deliver individualized physical therapy services to long-term care residents and skilled nursing patients, supporting functional recovery and quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans as established and directed by the supervising Physical Therapist

• Deliver therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and modality application

• Monitor and document patient progress, functional status, and response to treatment in compliance with state, federal, and facility standards

• Communicate regularly with the supervising PT, interdisciplinary team, and nursing staff regarding resident goals and progress

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility techniques

• Participate in care planning meetings, utilization reviews, and MDS documentation as applicable

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements

• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy gym and treatment environment

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program
• Current, unrestricted PTA licensure in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain prior to start date)

• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset

Preferred

• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting

• Familiarity with MDS/PDPM documentation frameworks
• Experience with geriatric populations and fall prevention programs
• Knowledge of EMR/documentation systems used in SNF environments

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Housing assistance and relocation support for candidates relocating to the Ordway area
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Supportive, collaborative care team with low therapist-to-patient ratios
• Meaningful work in an underserved rural community where your contributions truly matter
• Stable, mission-driven facility with long-tenured leadership