Job Summary We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.
Responsibilities
Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment
Qualifications
Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment
Health Solutions is a comprehensive, non-profit community medical and behavioral health treatment provider with centers in Pueblo, Huerfano and Las Animas counties. Health Solutions is licensed by the State of Colorado and governed by a citizen’s board of directors.
Our Mission
We exist to assist those in need of healthcare services who require expert care to support recovery and to successfully achieve their healthcare goals. We are committed to offering exceptional quality services that set the standard for healthcare in Colorado. This care is provided through service excellence, innovation, compassion, and promotion of self-determination.
Voted - Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Best of Pueblo-Official Community Choice Awards!
In 1962, Spanish Peaks Mental Health Center was established as a community mental health center in Pueblo, Colorado. The six decades that would follow would be filled with opportunities and challenges that could not have been forecasted by those who courageously laid what would become the foundation of the organization that Health Solutions is today. In September 2022, Health Solutions celebrated 60 years of community service. Though much has changed over the past 60 years, one thing has remained consistent—our commitment to community service. We have locations in Pueblo, Huerfano and Las Animas counties and continue to add new programming and employment opportunities throughout our service area. We are proud of our legacy in Southern Colorado, and we are excited as we look forward to another 60 years of - Hope, Health, Together.
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Licensingunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Physical Therapyunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
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