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Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

Physical Therapist Assistant – Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

Recruitment began on

Expires on

July 24, 2026

We are pleased that you are exploring employment opportunities with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC). AVRMC is located in La Junta, Colorado, just east of the Rocky Mountains. We provide a range of services and serve the Southeastern Region. We are looking for compassionate, ambitious, and talented professionals to join our team. We hope that you will join our mission to provide extraordinary care. Applicants may apply online through our website: www.avrmc.org. All applications may also be emailed to hr@avrmc.org. Thank you for your interest in AVRMC!

Job Summary:

– Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist.
– Administers treatment and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient.
– Assists with restoration of patient functions to prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
– Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
– Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.
– Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Skill/Education Requirements:

– AA Degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
– Current BCLS certification.
– Current and valid Colorado Physical Therapist Assistant License.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package in a progressive environment.

This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus.

BENEFITS

– Medical, dental and vision benefits
– Life Insurance and short-term disability benefits
– Loan Repayment: AVRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
– Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI): AVRMC participates in the Colorado FAMLI program, which provides up to 12-16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events.
– Identity Theft benefits
– Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
– Gym membership discount
– Employee Assistant Program through Cigna, New York Life and Principal
– 401K retirement plan options (immediately available), Employer-matching after 1 year of service.
– Rewards and Recognitions
– Employee wellness programs
– Annual salary increase opportunity
– Cafeteria meal discount
– Generous paid time off
– Shift differentials

All applicants must visit our website at www.avrmc.org for an application and more information.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
 

Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Hourly Wage: $31.16 – $46.74 per/hour
Ref Code: 4091.020034.003

Contact Information
Human Resources
1100 Carson Ave
La Junta, CO 81050
Email: hr@avrmc.org
Phone: 719-383-6060
Fax: 719-383-6062


Meet the Team

Beth Ricca

Beth Ricca, ’94M

Executive Director for Career Development

Jeffrey Mass, ’04, ’17M

Director for Employer Engagement

Harry Termyna, ’19, ’21M

Assistant Director of Career Development;
Adjunct

Rosie Chisolm

Coordinator for Career Engagement

Elizabeth Cotta

Office Coordinator

Contact

Phone (732) 571-3471

Email: careerdevelopment@monmouth.edu

Rebecca Stafford Student Center, First Floor.
400 Cedar Avenue
West Long Branch, NJ 07726-1898

Hours

  • Monday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.