Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Lamar, CO

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

About the Role

You'll work as part of a rehabilitation team, delivering physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Your responsibilities include implementing patient interventions, gathering treatment data, and making modifications to ensure patient progress, safety, and comfort.

You'll serve patients across the lifespan—from newborns to elderly—in inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings. Your role requires strong communication skills with patients, staff, physicians, and visitors, along with the ability to adapt to diverse situations and exercise independent judgment when appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with current certification
• Current state credentials from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations, State Physical Therapy Board
• Current BLS certification (verification card required)
• Minimum 2 years of experience (outpatient experience preferred)
• Inpatient experience is required

Working Environment

You'll work in a newly built, modern rehabilitation gymnasium—clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled. Be prepared for occasional exposure to unpleasant sights, smells, and infectious diseases as part of patient care.

Bilingual capabilities are a plus.