Posted August 19, 2026
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health
SummitWest Care
Grand Junction, CO, US
Full Time
28USD - 33USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) - Home Health SummitWest Care | Mesa County, COFlexible Schedule | Full-Time or Part‑Time$28–$33/hour (DOE) + MileageHelp Patients Reach Goals at HomeSummitWest care is a local non-profit home health agency serving Mesa County. We're seeking a compassionate, motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide in-home therapy services under the direction of our licensed Physical Therapists.This position offers flexibility, independence, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while helping them improve mobility, safety, and quality of life in their own homes. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time hours, you'll be supported by a collaborative team that values both excellent patient outcomes and work-life balance for our clinicians.ResponsibilitiesProvide skilled therapy services in patient homesCarry out established treatment plans involving therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility interventionMonitor and communicate patient progress and changes to supervising PTEncourage patient participation and reinforce goalsComplete timely, accurate documentation in EMRCollaborate with therapists, nurses, caregivers, and other care team membersQualificationsCurrent Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standingGraduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant programValid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insuranceStrong communication and documentation skillsAbility to work independently and adapt professionally in home-based settingWe OfferFlexible, full-time or part-time schedulingPaid drive time and mileage reimbursementSupportive leadership and collaborative team environmentMeaningful, one-on-one patient careOpportunities for professional growth and developmentBenefits for eligible F/T employees: Health, vision, dental, life, supplementalEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(k) with 3% matchEducation expense reimbursementWhy Join SummitWest Care?You matter. We care.For more than 20 years, SummitWest Care has provided trusted home health services throughout Western Colorado. As a nonprofit organization, our focus is on helping people remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home while supporting the clinicians who make that care possible.Equal Opportunity EmployerSummitWest 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.All offers of employment at SummitWest Care are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Background check results must meet the standards outlined in SummitWest Care's internal policies and applicable regulations.
