Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

At Berkley Manor Care Center you will find a family not just a job! We take pride in working together as a Team! Our Goal is to provide the best care and environment to our residents! This is a great opportunity for someone looking for something more! Come be a part of our family by applying today!

Berkley Manor Care Center is conveniently located in central Denver near the Cherry Creek, Lowry and Hilltop neighborhoods. It is within three miles of three of Denver's leading hospitals, making our nursing home a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery.

We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:

• 5-Star CMS Overall Rating
• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 5-Star CMS Staffing Rating
• 4.2 Google Star Rating out of 148 reviews
• US News & World Reports Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for high performing long-term care

We offer Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA):

• Part of a network of 200+ skilled nursing facilities
• In-house rehab programs
• Continuing education
• New Grad Mentorship Program
• Great growth opportunity!

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $30 - $40
• PRN: $32 - $42

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer