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Physical Therapist Assistant
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Canon City, CO, 81212-2311
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 21.89-34.21 HOUR
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
Join our team as a Physical Therapist Assistant. In the role of Physical Therapist Assistant you will:
- Provide care to patients with neuromuscular, orthopedic and other physically-related disorders requiring strengthening, modalities, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education and training in activities in daily living under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Utilize rehab process to promote and restore optimal health and well-being of the patient.
- Participate in professional responsibilities, including documentation, program development, teaching, and enhancement of clinical skills.
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- Previous work experience providing direct patient care in outpatient, inpatient or inpatient rehab unit, preferred
- Ability to perform basic treatments of orthopedic, neurological and medical patients
- Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR), preferred
- Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant licensure
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association
Physical Requirements: Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
This is a full-time inpatient PTA roles that offers benefits.
Where You'll WorkAt CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
St. Thomas More Hospital, a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, is the cornerstone of health care services for Fremont County and surrounding southern Colorado communities. St. Thomas More offers 24hour emergency and trauma services; inpatient acute care; intensive care; labor, delivery, and nursery care; multi-modal diagnostic imaging; inpatient and outpatient surgical services; rehabilitation services; cardiopulmonary rehab and diagnostics; sleep studies; an infusion center; wound care; and a community blood bank. We are on a mission to provide high quality care with zero harm to patients and employees.
We are a high reliability organization with positive patient outcomes. Our board-certified physicians specialize in emergency medicine, internal medicine, urology, bariatric services, obstetrics/gynecology services, general surgery, orthopedic surgery and osteopathic treatment. Employees of St. Thomas More enjoy the camaraderie of a close-knit community hospital, the relaxed feel of small-town life and an affordable cost of living in a town rich in culture and historic architecture.
Located about 50 miles from Colorado Springs at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and the mouth of the Royal Gorge, locals and visitors alike enjoy this area for some of the state’s best hiking, wildlife, rafting, camping, fishing, climbing, and mountain biking. Canon City has an assortment of restaurants, and breweries, and Farmer’s Markets in the summer months.
We believe in cultivating our nurses from within and providing them with whatever experience and opportunities needed to reach their goals, including opportunities to partake in scholarship offerings. Relationships with our physicians and surgeons are also collaborative. Many of our physicians enjoy teaching and take the time to ensure all team members understand each patient’s plan of care. We look for candidates that have creative problem-solving skills, strong clinical skills, positive attitudes, are team focused, introspective, flexible, value teamwork, and have a patient centered attitude. Our clinical employees, once settled in their home department, cross train to at least one other specialty. We expect our employees to contribute to problem identification and creative solutions to encourage excellent clinical care and an excellent patient experience. We are all one team with a common goal of providing excellent patient care.
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Frequently asked questions
Canon City shows a steady demand for physical therapist assistants, especially in inpatient rehab centers like Catholic Health Initiatives. While the market isn’t oversaturated, candidates with Colorado licensure and outpatient experience tend to stand out among applicants.
Besides the mandatory Colorado PTA licensure, certifications like Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association enhance employability at facilities such as St. Thomas More Hospital, reflecting local healthcare standards and patient safety priorities.
Proficiency in manual therapy techniques, neuromuscular re-education, and the use of modalities for strengthening are essential. Strong clinical judgment and adaptability to varied patient needs help PTAs deliver effective rehab outcomes.
PTAs can advance by gaining specialized certifications, transitioning to licensed physical therapist roles with further education, or moving into rehab program coordination and clinical education within healthcare organizations.
Daily tasks include assisting patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions through therapeutic exercises, documenting progress in EMRs, collaborating with licensed physical therapists, and participating in interdisciplinary team meetings.
The organization fosters growth through scholarship opportunities, cross-training in multiple specialties, and close physician collaboration, all designed to enhance clinical skills and promote a patient-centered approach.
Physical therapist assistants in Canon City typically earn between $50,000 and $62,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and workplace setting, aligning with regional healthcare compensation trends.
Employees benefit from a close-knit community hospital environment emphasizing teamwork, humankindness, and a shared mission. This culture encourages creative problem-solving and collaborative patient care.
Yes, once integrated into their main department, PTAs are encouraged to cross-train in at least one additional specialty, fostering versatile clinical skills and enhancing patient care quality.