Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Outpatient Rehab | Whitefish | PRN Status

Logan Health Medical Center • Whitefish, MT

40d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides quality therapy services under the guidelines set by the state practice guidelines, Medicare, and Logan Health (LH) policies. Meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the assigned area(s). Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation. Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence. Join a well-respected, collaborative rehabilitation team providing personalized care to patients across the lifespan. Logan Health Whitefish is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to support our outpatient rehabilitation clinic on a consistent PRN schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for a PTA who enjoys building relationships with patients, working alongside a multidisciplinary team, and helping patients make meaningful progress toward their mobility and functional goals.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current Montana Physical Therapy Assistant license or temporary Montana PTA license.
• Current CPR certification, as applicable to the assigned area.
• Previous experience working in an outpatient physical therapy setting.
• Strong communication, organization and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality and compassionate communication with patients, families and colleagues.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn electronic medical record and departmental systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in an acute care physical therapy setting.
• Interest in supporting both outpatient and acute care rehabilitation coverage.
• Three years of Therapy Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivering safe and effective treatment according to the Physical Therapist’s established plan of care.
• Adapting and progressing treatment activities, as appropriate, to help patients achieve their goals and expected outcomes.
• Providing care to patients across the lifespan with a wide variety of diagnoses and rehabilitation needs.
• Accurately documenting treatments, patient progress and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Communicating changes in patient status and collaborating with the supervising Physical Therapist and other members of the care team.
• Completing required documentation in accordance with payer requirements, department procedures and Montana practice guidelines.
• Using rehabilitation equipment, materials and treatment techniques safely and effectively.
• Supporting departmental productivity, quality and patient experience standards.

Benefits

• Participation in Logan Health’s matching 401(k) plan.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Hourly differential pay for qualifying shifts or hours, based on department-specific scheduling practices.
• Discounted membership at the Logan Health Fitness Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree