Physical Therapist Assistant

Accounting Search; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Search is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in Billings, MT to support patient care under supervision. The role involves implementing treatment plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, and maintaining timely clinical documentation.

Requirements include an APTA-accredited associate degree, active state licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes collaboration with therapists, adherence to infection control, and participation in

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Administer Treatment Plans: Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical therapist.
• Therapeutic Exercises: Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities (heat, light, cold, water, and electrical) to patients.
• Document Patient Care: Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Educational Participation: Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
• Report Issues: Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.
• Scheduling and Office Tasks: Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
• Infection Control: Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.
• Clinical Assignments: Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.
• Promote Compliance: Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Skills

CPR Certification

State License

Driver's License

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy (APTA accredited)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Administer Treatment Plans:Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical therapist.
• Therapeutic Exercises:Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities (heat, light, cold, water, and electrical) to patients.
• Document Patient Care:Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Educational Participation:Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
• Report Issues:Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.
• Scheduling and Office Tasks:Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
• Infection Control:Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.
• Clinical Assignments:Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.
• Promote Compliance:Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Required Experience/Skills

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification