Physical Therapy Assistant

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Hettinger (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

West River Health Services in southwestern North Dakota is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to administer modalities and assist patients in restoring function under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The role supports recovery after injury or disability, participates in department CQI activities, and requires an APTA-approved associate degree, PTA licensure, and current BLS certification. The facility offers a collaborative team and a stable community hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an APTA-approved program.
• Current PTA certificate/licensure.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and physical agents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Support patient recovery and adaptation following injury, disease, or disability.
• Participate in department operations and CQI activities.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

APTA-approved PTA program

PTA licensure/certification

Job description

West River Health Services is a mission-driven Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic serving the residents of southwestern North Dakota. Guided by our core values of Excellence, Innovation, Compassion, and Respect, we're committed to providing the kind of quality health care typically found in larger cities, delivered with small-town friendliness and individual care. We believe our employees are the foundation of that commitment, working together to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.Job SummaryResponsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist, helping patients restore function and reach their maximum performance following injury, disease, or physical disability.Key Responsibilities- Administer physical therapy treatments and physical agents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist- Support patient recovery and adaptation following injury, disease, or disability- Participate in department operations and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities- Associate's degree from an APTA-approved program- Current PTA certificate/licensure- Current BLS certificationNormal working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Assists with holiday and weekend coverage.West River Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.