Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Rehabilitation | Full-Time

Job Description

Job Description

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a respected healthcare provider in Helena, MT to find a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll work alongside licensed Physical Therapists to deliver high-quality, individualized care that restores function, improves quality of life, and supports patients throughout every stage of recovery. In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact while contributing to department operations, quality improvement initiatives, and a team committed to exceptional patient outcomes.

Schedule: Full-Time

What You'll Do

• Provide physical therapy treatments and therapeutic modalities under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
  
• Help patients improve mobility, strength, function, and independence following injury, illness, or disability
  
• Educate and encourage patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, helping them achieve their highest level of function
  
• Coordinate, delegate, and support the work of Physical Therapy Technicians
  
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation, treatment records, and charge entry
  
• Participate in departmental operations, performance improvement, and quality improvement initiatives
  
• Support department goals through efficient, cost-conscious practices
  
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safety protocols, equipment training, and regulatory requirements
  
• Collaborate with therapists and interdisciplinary care teams to provide exceptional patient-centered care
  

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  
• Current State Physical Therapist Assistant license
  
• Current BLS (CPR) certification
  
• 3+ years of Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred
  
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills
  

What You Can Expect

Practice Settings

You'll have the opportunity to work in one or more specialized rehabilitation environments, including:

• Outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation with post-operative care
  
• Adult rehabilitation featuring orthopedic, neurological, oncology, lymphedema, and pelvic health services
  
• Pediatric rehabilitation in multidisciplinary and aquatic therapy settings
  
• Sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation with access to aquatic therapy and fitness facilities
  

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  
• Long & Short-Term Disability Coverage, HSA& FSA Options
  
• Generous PTO, Vacation days, holidays & sick leave
  
• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement
  
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
  
• Cafeteria, Health Club Membership & Affordable Child Care
  
• Success Share Payout
  

Compensation is reviewed annually to remain competitive with industry standards.

Join a collaborative rehabilitation team where you'll care for a diverse patient population across multiple specialty programs while expanding your clinical expertise in a supportive environment.

If you're passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives, we'd love to connect with you.