Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Advanced Health Care of Aurora·Aurora District, Colorado
Advanced Health Care of Aurora·Aurora District, Colorado
Provide compassionate physical therapy services to short-term rehab patients in a medical setting. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, performing therapeutic exercises, and assisting residents with mobility and positioning.
Description Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full Time
Advanced Health Care of Aurora is seeking a compassionate, dependable Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our short-term rehab team full time.
This is a great opportunity for a therapy professional who wants meaningful work, a strong team, and the chance to make a real difference for short-term rehab patients. This full-time role is scheduled for 8-hour day shifts.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage HSA and FSA options Telemedicine support Life, AD&D, and disability benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional benefit resources Paid time off (PTO) and full-time benefits Compensation: Depending on which position (PT or PTA) and experience, the hourly rate is between 35-50 per hour).
If you’re a licensed PT or PTA ready to bring skill, compassion, and professionalism to short-term rehab, we’d love to hear from you.
Current Colorado PT or PTA license, depending on the role Strong communication and patient-centered care skills Reliable, dependable, and committed to regular attendance Skilled nursing or rehab experience preferred, but not required Physical Requirements: Work performed in a medical setting due to the need to work directly with residents. Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of therapy equipment and assisting residents. Manual dexterity and coordination for performing therapeutic exercises, manipulating therapy tools, and conducting assessments. Strength and endurance to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed. Visual acuity and auditory perception to observe and assess resident movements and communicate effectively with residents and team members. Stamina and physical resilience to handle the demands of providing therapy services to multiple residents throughout the day. Compliance with infection control protocols and safety precautions to minimize the risk of injury or illness to oneself and others. Flexibility to adapt to various environmental conditions and accommodate the physical needs of residents with diverse mobility levels and functional abilities. Ability to operate therapy equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively, following proper training and protocols. Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager. Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Market context
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