Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Rehabilitation Services – Full Time

Glendive Medical Center•Glendive, MT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Glendive Medical Center is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Rehabilitation Services team. Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you'll help patients improve mobility, regain function, and work toward greater independence following injury, illness, or surgery. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships while working with a variety of diagnoses in a supportive rural healthcare environment.

Requirements

Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current Montana PTA license
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a rehabilitation team

Nice To Haves

Passion for helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals
Positive, patient-centered approach to care
Strong observation and documentation skills
Ability to adapt treatment approaches based on patient needs

Responsibilities

Implement therapy programs developed by the Physical Therapist
Lead patients through therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and functional activities
Monitor patient performance and communicate progress to the supervising therapist
Document treatments, outcomes, and patient responses accurately
Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety techniques, and home programs
Assist with transfers, positioning, gait training, and mobility activities
Apply therapeutic modalities as directed, including heat, ultrasound, and other treatment techniques
Maintain treatment spaces, equipment, and therapy supplies