PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

PTA – Physical Therapist Assistant

Rio Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in La Jara, Colorado, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join its rehabilitation therapy team. This opportunity offers a consistent 5 × 8-hour day shift schedule in a private healthcare setting. The PTA will support patient rehabilitation services and work as part of a collaborative care team focused on delivering quality therapy and patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate should have an active Colorado PTA license or compact license eligibility and hold a current BLS certification. Candidates must also be comfortable working within the facility's productivity expectations and maintaining a 90% productivity requirement. If the 90% productivity standard is not met, the compensation rate may be reduced by 10%.

Position Details

• Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• Department: Rehab Therapy
• Location: La Jara, Colorado 81140
• Schedule: 5 × 8-hour day shifts
• Facility Type: Private
• Requirements: BLS certification and Colorado state license or compact eligibility
• Productivity Requirement: 90%

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation therapy support to patients
• Assist with treatment plans and therapy activities as directed
• Monitor patient progress and communicate relevant observations to the care team
• Maintain appropriate documentation related to patient care
• Work collaboratively with therapists and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain productivity standards while prioritizing quality patient care

Qualifications

• Current PTA credentials
• Active Colorado license or compact eligibility
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to work five 8-hour day shifts
• Ability to meet the required 90% productivity standard