Colavria Therapy Services is hiring: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Therapy

Colavria Therapy Services provides innovative and quality rehabilitation to our 5 star rated communities: The Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood and Westlake Care Community. We are proudly managed by Colavria Hospitality. A local, family-owned company specializing in assisted living, rehabilitation, and long-term care in the greater Denver area.This position will require travel between our Wheat Ridge and Lakewood locations. What you'll be doing every day: Your primary role is to work collaboratively with your team and contribute to the physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying resident care issues, providing information and commentary, recommending options and courses of action, and implementing physical therapy directivesAssess resident health by interviewing residents, performing physical examinations, obtaining, updating, and studying therapy historiesAssess abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist's interpretations of resident evaluations and test resultsPerform therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises, instructing, encouraging, and assisting residents in performing physical activities, such as nonmanual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities, and using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prosthesesInstruct and counsel residents by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, promoting wellness and health maintenanceProvide continuity of care by developing and implementing resident management plansWho we are looking for: You have a strong desire and passion to work in an environment with people that are unwell, disabled, or living with dementia. In addition, you will be able to demonstrate composure, customer focus, patience, and the ability to gain trust and establish rapport with residents and your teamGraduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)Registered/licensed in ColoradoOne year's experience in long-term care or related setting preferredYou will be a great fit for us if you:-Prefer working in an environment where you are not just a "number"-Are great at building relationships and understand the person-centered care model-Have great ideas and want to make meaningful contributions every day-Would like to start or continue your career in the rapidly growing senior services industryWe care about your physical, mental, and financial well-being and offer:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansPTO and holiday payEmployee assistance program for you and your familyWellness program401(K) with matchFlex spendingTuition Reimbursement and Scholarship OpportunitesEducation programs and continuing education supportAnd more!Pay range: $30-$37/hourIf you are experiencing technical difficulties with our employment application system or are unable to apply electronically due to needing accommodations, please email colavriahr@colavria.com or call 303-421-3600Equal Opportunity Employer