Licensed PTA - $5,000 Hiring Bonus

$5,000 HIRING BONUS! UPDATED PAY RANGE!Come join our awesome team as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PCA) at Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE, Montrose. Relocation Bonus offered!Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.Pay:$29.00-$38.00 per hour based on experienceSchedule:Monday-Friday 8am-5pmEmployer/Employee Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Saving Account (FSA)403(b) - with discretionary contributionPaid Vacation/Sick TimeEmployee Referral ProgramBenefits with minimal to no cost to employees:ScholarshipsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness programLife insurance (with an option to purchase additional)Short term disabilityLoan programNEW! NetSpend– Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.Ministry ProgramThePhysical Therapy AssistantProvides clinical physical therapy treatments for program participants on acute, restorative and maintenance levels as needed. Follows the treatment plan as per Registered Physical Therapist assessment and documented care plan.QUALIFICATIONS:A graduate from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Colorado.Minimum of one-year experience working with the frail or elderly population required.Minimum of one year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.Good working knowledge of physical, psychosocial and behavioral needs of the elderly population.Able to understand medical terminology and how it applies to physical therapy, to communicate with participants, staff, IDT and physicians, and how to prepare meaningful reports.Ability to communicate with the participants to establish favorable attitude to motivate the participants to desired cooperation and effort in his/her rehabilitation development.Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Perform physical therapy treatments and related duties as may be delegated by the physical municate Participant’s changes and progress per treatment plan on a regular basis to Registered Physical Therapist.Maintain proper documentation according to state, federal PACE regulations.Maintain proper records according to PACE policy and procedures.Perform and record, if required, as specified by the planned treatment program, non-evaluative on-going data: Measurements of vital signs, range of motion, strength and linear increments; Types of assistive mobility devices used, and the distances covered; Results of tests and evaluations performed by the registered physical therapist.Respond to psych-social support needs of the participant and/or the participant’s municate appropriately and effectively with all personnel and to document according to professional standards.Keep timely records, meet regularly with the Registered Physical Therapist and attend care conferences as requested.Participate in patient care conferences and other rehabilitation related meetings as municate with Registered Physical Therapist and IDT members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.Participate in in-service training programs for all staff in the struct participant and family members and nursing staff in restorative and therapeutic maintenance programs.Abides by regulations pertaining to PACE as established by Federal and State Agencies and the Volunteers of America Health Facilities policies.Attends required in-services & completes assigned online modules.Perform other duties as assigned.Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO)is aPACEProgram (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success.SCCCOhas centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by the breathtaking Colorado scenery.Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as aGreat Place to Work for 7 years runningby its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”.Take pride in helping others and join us today!AtVOANS , we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.Experience Required1 year(s): Experience working with the frail or elderly population. Preferred1 year(s): Experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in a skilled nursing facility is preferred. Licenses & Certifications RequiredDriver's License Physical Therapy Asst Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review theKnow Your Rightsnotice from the Department of Labor.

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