Job Description

Now Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Mantey Heights – Grand Junction, CO
Schedule: Full-time / Part-time
Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) / Supervising Physical Therapist

About Us

At Mantey Heights, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and rehabilitation services to our residents. Our skilled nursing facility in Colorado offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where therapy professionals can grow their careers while making a real difference in the lives of seniors.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitative services to residents. The PTA helps implement treatment plans, monitors resident progress, and assists residents in regaining strength, mobility, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, and physical modalities to residents.
• Document resident progress accurately and in compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Educate residents and families on exercises, mobility techniques, and safe practices.
• Collaborate with the rehab team, nursing staff, and physicians to achieve resident care goals.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Experience in skilled nursing or geriatric care preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to teamwork and resident-centered care.

We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience $25/hr - $35/hr
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and retirement plan options.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
• A positive, team-oriented work culture.

Apply Today!

Join our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care to seniors in Colorado.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  

The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or schooling transcripts.

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