Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
Company: VAIL-SUMMIT ORTHOPAEDICS & NEUROSURGEY
Location: Frisco
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY The Physical Therapy Assistant promotes and
maintains patient health by providing physical therapy services
under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, contributing to
the Physical Therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care
issues. THE DETAILS OF THE JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Assist patients with active and passive manual
therapeutic exercises, and give therapeutic massage, and heat,
light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments, such as
ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot
and cold packs. Apply traction to relieve neck and back pain, using
intermittent and static traction equipment. Instruct, motivate, and
assist patients to learn and improve functional activities, such as
perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily-living activities.
Observe patients during treatments, and compile and evaluate data
on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports
verbally or in writing to Physical Therapist. Fit patients for,
adjust, and train patients in use and care of orthopedic braces,
prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes,
walkers, and wheelchairs. Confer with members of physical therapy
staff and other health team members, individually and in
conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information
for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Perform clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering
supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out
forms. May measure patient's range-of-joint motion, length and
girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of
specific treatments or to assist Physical Therapist to compile data
for patient evaluations. Meet the Company’s expectations as
described in the VSON Policies and Practices. Maintain
confidentiality of Personal Identifiable Information (PII) in
accordance with company Policies and State and Federal laws,
including OHSA and HIPAA regulations. Perform job in accordance
with all company safety practices. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements WHAT IT TAKES TO DO THE JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES Knowledge of medical safety hazards and precautions.
Ability to communicate with different audiences in a simple, clear
and concise manner. Ability to work under pressure and with strict
deadlines. Ability to identify when confidentiality, discretion and
judgment are needed, and exhibit these traits appropriately.
Ability to keep detailed reports, and use information technology
including email and web navigation, clinical EMR, and Microsoft
Suite programs. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATES Associate
degree for physical therapy assistant required. CPR certification
required. Current Colorado Physical Therapy Assistant license
required. Salary Description $31 - $36
Keywords: VAIL-SUMMIT ORTHOPAEDICS & NEUROSURGEY, Littleton , Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN, Healthcare , Frisco, Colorado
