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Physical Therapy Assistant

$24 per hour

CLARK FORK VALLEY HOSPITAL

Physical Therapy Assistant

Plains, MT

Full Time

Rehab Services

Mid Level

Position-Physical Therapist Assistant

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain movement, manage pain, and improve overall physical function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Administers active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, myofascial mobilization, and various modality treatments including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, infrared, ultraviolet, hot/cold packs, and hydrotherapy.

  • Applies traction techniques to help relieve neck and back pain.

  • Instructs, motivates, and assists patients in functional mobility activities, including ambulation, transfers, and daily living tasks.

  • Observes and monitors patients during treatment sessions, compiling and evaluating progress data to report to the Physical Therapist.

  • Fits and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prosthetics, and mobility aids (e.g., crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs).

  • Collaborates with the PT team and other healthcare professionals to plan and coordinate patient care.

  • Assists with onboarding and mentoring new PTAs and provides guidance to Physical Therapy Aides.

  • Performs routine clerical tasks including inventory management, supply ordering, answering phones, and completing required documentation.

  • Measures and records range of motion, strength, limb measurements, and vital signs to assess treatment effectiveness.

  • Accurately documents all patient care activities in the electronic medical record (EMR) system per department standards.

  • Ensures all patients are re-evaluated by the supervising Physical Therapist according to Montana state laws, APTA guidelines, and hospital policy.

  • Educates patients, families, and caregivers on prescribed home exercise programs to support continued recovery.

Minimum Qualifications:

The PTA must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program and be currently licensed by Montana State Board of PT Examiners. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Schedule- Day Shift 36-40 hrs/ Weekly Compensation for PTA: $24/hr +DOE

Benefits: This position is eligible for our full time benefits package

Why Clark Fork Valley Hospital

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is a great place to work, we truly live our mission of Quality Care Close to Home. Nestled along the Clark Fork River, Plains is a small community with that true home town feel. If you feel like getting a taste of the city Missoula and Kalispell are an hour drive. As the largest employer in Sanders County, we would love for you to join our team.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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