Physical Therapy Assistant

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position
Physical Therapy Assistant

Description


Full Time Position

Location: Worland, WY

Pay Range: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour (DOE)

Are you a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking to make a lasting impact on patients' lives? At Gottsche Rehabilitation, our care is R.O.O.T.E.D. in values that guide everything we do: Resilient, Open, Outcome-Focused, Tailored, Educated, and Distinctive. We provide a supportive and collaborative environment where you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, serve diverse patient populations, and be part of a mission-driven team committed to exceptional rehabilitation.

Our Mission:

We make impossible experiences possible. Not by luck or chance, but through resilient, open, outcome-focused, tailored, educated, and distinctive (ROOTED) care that's accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Vision:


To set a new standard for what's possible in rural rehabilitation and wellness through place-based innovation and systems of care rooted in the strengths of people and places they live.

Our ROOTED Values:

Resilient. Open. Outcome-Focused. Tailored. Educated. Distinctive.

Responsibilities:

• Applies skills learned during academic training, educational programs, and practical experience to treat patient/family needs
• Demonstrates competency in implementation of treatment plans. Documents appropriately. Evaluates effectiveness of plan and modifies as indicated, following consulting the Physical Therapist
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when interacting with families, physicians, patients and others involved in a patient's care to promote an environment of cooperation and respect.
• Provides appropriate information at meetings such as team and family conferences, home health conferences, rehab clinic meetings and others as necessary
• Maintains current knowledge of therapy techniques appropriate to the patients at Gottsche Rehab Center through the attendance of in-service classes and the appropriate amount of continuing education as required by state licensure.
• Assists in appropriate treatments or portions thereof, assesses the accuracy, thoroughness and appropriateness of the care they provide and then provide feedback to the Department Head
• Seeks necessary information and input from staff, physicians and other health care professionals to ensure ongoing appropriate patient care.
• Has knowledge in the use of therapy devices including exercise tables, fitness equipment, assistive devices, wheelchairs, pulleys, weights and other equipment common to the practice of physical therapy
• Demonstrates an awareness of safety in all aspects of patient care.
• Performs other duties related to the position as needed. Job duties subject to change as the department evolves and changes.
• Participates in HIPAA training and awareness programs and abides by all privacy and security rules as required by Federal Law under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
• May be asked to assist Physical Therapist with therapy students, therapy assistant students and other students and provide feedback to the students and the Physical Therapist who are responsible for the students' clinical education.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Currently licensed in the State of Wyoming or eligible for licensure
• Certified in CPR
• Ability to attend educational training and seminars
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and excellent computer skills
• Exceptional ability to work with employees under fast-paced working conditions

Our Pay Philosophy:

At Gottsche, compensation reflects more than hours worked. Our pay philosophy ensures that you benefit from:

• Recognition of Expertise & Growth: Advancing as you pursue continuing education, certifications, specializations, and leadership.
• Reward for Contribution: Rewards for engagement, innovation, and contribution to our team and the broader field of physical therapy.
• Competitive Pay: Compensation that is consistently above regional averages.
• Progression & Retention: Pathways for progression and advancement, so you grow with us.
• Value for Experience & Effort: Placement that honors the breadth of your experience and dedication you bring to our shared goals.

Beyond the Paycheck

At Gottsche, our team members enjoy:

• Sign-on Bonuses that ease transitions and reward long-term commitment.
• Comprehensive Benefits that support your health, security, and future through medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement options.
• Professional Growth Support with time and cost assistance for continuing education and advanced training.
• A Mission-Driven Culture to 'Make Impossible Experiences Possible' as part of one of the oldest and only non-profit rehabilitation organizations.
• Community Connection that enriches your practice by transforming lives, strengthening communities, and setting a new standard of care across rural Wyoming.

Join us in delivering care that's more than treatment, it's ROOTED Care. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, compassion, and results, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of rehabilitation at Gottsche Rehabilitation.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance (Covered at 100% for employee)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location
Gottsche Rehabilitation - Worland

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Number of Openings
1

About the Organization
At Gottsche Peformance & Longevity, we're redefining what's possible in rural rehabilitation and wellness. As one of Wyoming's oldest nonprofit rehabilitation organizations, we're committed to making exceptional care accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Guided by our ROOTED values, we empower our team to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. Together, we're making impossible experiences possible.


This position is currently accepting applications.