PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) - Home Health

SummitWest Care | Mesa County, CO

Flexible Schedule | Full-Time or Part-Time

$28--$33/hour (DOE) + Mileage

Help Patients Make Progress Where It Matters Most.

SummitWest Care is a local nonprofit home health agency seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide one-on-one therapy services throughout Mesa County under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Home health offers a different therapy experience. Instead of rushing through back-to-back appointments, you'll have the opportunity to focus on patient progress, build meaningful relationships, and see the results of your work firsthand. You'll enjoy flexibility and independence in the field while receiving support from experienced therapists, clinical leadership, and office staff committed to your success.

Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time hours, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to helping patients improve mobility, safety, independence, and quality of life at home.

Why Home Health?

One-on-one patient care with time to encourage, educate, and connect

See real progress as patients reach meaningful mobility and independence goals

Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance

Independence in the field with strong clinical and administrative support

Collaborative team environment with PTs, nurses, caregivers, and providers

Mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on quality outcomes rather than productivity quotas

Responsibilities

Provide skilled therapy services in patient homes

Carry out established treatment plans involving therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility intervention

Monitor and communicate patient progress and changes to supervising PT

Encourage patient participation and reinforce goals

Complete timely, accurate documentation in EMR

Collaborate with therapists, nurses, caregivers, and other care team members

Qualifications

Current Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to work independently and adapt professionally in home-based setting

We Offer

Flexible, full-time or part-time scheduling

Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement

Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

Meaningful, one-on-one patient care

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Benefits for eligible F/T employees: Health, vision, dental, life, supplemental

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with 3% match

Education expense reimbursement

Why Join SummitWest Care?

You matter. We care.

For more than 20 years, SummitWest Care has helped people throughout Western Colorado remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home.

We believe exceptional patient care starts with supporting the clinicians who provide it.

Here, your contribution is valued, your schedule is respected, and your work creates meaningful change in the lives of the patients you serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SummitWest Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health