Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN
Listed compensation
$46/hr
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Job Description
Join Pro Rehab, an established Therapy company with over 35 years of successful business. We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the team at Castle Peak, a Cassia community, in Eagle, CO! At Pro Rehab, you'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that takes pride in making a difference every day!
As our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will support patients in improving, regaining, and maintaining their functional mobility and physical abilities under the supervision of a physical therapist.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with treatment plans, guiding patients through exercises to improve strength, range of motion, balance, and coordination, preparing therapy equipment, monitoring patient progress, and documenting outcomes.
To be successful, you must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a healthcare team.
Position Type: PRN
Starting Pay: $46 / hour
Location: 195 Freestone Road, Eagle, Colorado 81631
Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities
Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, ensuring adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Monitor patient progress and document changes in their condition.
- Educate patients and their families on exercises and care plans to promote recovery.
- Utilize knowledge of anatomy and physiology to provide effective patient care.
Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications
Must be a graduate from an Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program and have at a minimum an Associate’s degree.
- Must possess a current CO Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License
- Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
- Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
- Strong patient care skills and knowledge of physiology and anatomy
- Proficient in medical terminology and physical therapy techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Cassia Benefits (On-Call)
- Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
- Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
- ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time
About Pro Rehab
Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, and Colorado.
Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will support patients in regaining functional mobility by implementing treatment plans and guiding them through therapeutic exercises. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, and educating families on care plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program and possess a current Colorado PTA license. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and state/federal long-term care regulations is required.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Colorado, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (643 salary observations; 1,183 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,296 salary observations; 58,632 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $70k (middle half $66k–$81k)18 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Colorado vs national | $93k median in Colorado | $94k nationally (−1%)643 state / 15,296 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Colorado index 103.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Colorado | 466 active | 21,745 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN at Cassia a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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