Physical Therapy Assistant

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support intensive inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injury, orthopedic conditions, and other serious illnesses.

The role involves assisting with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and functional activity interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant licensure/credential as required in the applicable region.
• Strong ability to support hands-on rehabilitation while following clinical direction.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Sound documentation and attention to patient safety.
• Compassionate, collaborative mindset aligned with continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and functional activity interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Monitor patient responses and progress during treatment to support safe care.
• Document therapy activities and patient outcomes accurately and promptly.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safe mobility, and discharge preparation to promote independence.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered rehabilitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Documentation accuracy

Safety awareness

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant licensure

Job description

supporting intensive inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injury, orthopedic conditions, and other serious illnesses.

Key Duties

• Assist with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and functional activity interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Monitor patient responses and progress during treatment to support safe care.
• Document therapy activities and patient outcomes accurately and promptly.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safe mobility, and discharge preparation to promote independence.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered rehabilitation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Physical Therapy Assistant licensure/credential as required in the applicable region.
• Strong ability to support hands-on rehabilitation while following clinical direction.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Sound documentation and attention to patient safety.
• Compassionate, collaborative mindset aligned with continuous improvement.