Physical Therapist Assistant
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Denver North Care Center
Denver, CO, US
Summary
Provides patient care and related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist. Ensures residents are treated with dignity and respect while adhering to company policies and medical practices.
Job Description
Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.
Requirements:
- You care.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist and in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
- Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
- Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times.
- Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
- Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
- Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
- Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety.
- Must have current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant
Benefits:
- Medical insurance with Rx benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision care
- 401k retirement savings plan with employer match after one year of service
- Paid vacation
Denver North Care Center is an 80-bed skilled nursing facility recognized by the Federal Medicare and Medicaid agency, CMS http://www.medicare.gov/ as a top-rated 5-Star Facility. This high achievement of quality is only given to 20% of nursing homes in the state, and recognizes excellence in regulatory compliance, quality measures of care, and staffing levels. At Denver North, we are dedicated to providing for the whole person and not just the disease.
We Offer Distinct Opportunities for Your Care Needs
*Located in the heart of Denver, Colorado, near many major hospitals, retail services and on the bus line
*Short-term skilled rehabilitation, including therapy services designed to assist residents in reaching their optimal functional level for both geriatric and behavioral health residents
*Long-term care program and respite services, serving both younger and older adults
*Recognized behavioral health program, including state-certified addictions recovery program
*Compassionate staff that pride themselves on their commitment to quality
*Award-winning Administrator, Tami Kendall, Colorado Health Care Association “Administrator of the Year -2011” http://www.cohca.org/
*CMS Five-Star rated facility
*Dedicated relationships with all major Denver hospital systems and mental health community to provide care for adults of all ages
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Denver North Care Center is an 80-bed skilled nursing facility recognized by the Federal Medicare and Medicaid agency, CMS http://www.medicare.gov/ as a top-rated 5-Star Facility. This high achievement of quality is only given to 20% of nursing homes in the state, and recognizes excellence in regulatory compliance, quality measures of care, and staffing levels. At Denver North, we are dedicated to providing for the whole person and not just the disease.
We Offer Distinct Opportunities for Your Care Needs
*Located in the heart of Denver, Colorado, near many major hospitals, retail services and on the bus line
*Short-term skilled rehabilitation, including therapy services designed to assist residents in reaching their optimal functional level for both geriatric and behavioral health residents
*Long-term care program and respite services, serving both younger and older adults
*Recognized behavioral health program, including state-certified addictions recovery program
*Compassionate staff that pride themselves on their commitment to quality
*Award-winning Administrator, Tami Kendall, Colorado Health Care Association “Administrator of the Year -2011” http://www.cohca.org/
*CMS Five-Star rated facility
*Dedicated relationships with all major Denver hospital systems and mental health community to provide care for adults of all ages
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Denver, CO
