Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Provident Behavioral Health; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health in Aberdeen, SD seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under Licensed PT supervision, ensuring effective treatment and precise documentation per policies.

You will deliver care per plan, coordinate with therapists, support scheduling and education of students, and handle billing details while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in the practice state.
• Effective communication skills, visual acuity, and ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow ethical standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association and state licensing boards.
• Deliver treatments efficiently according to the plan of care and physician’s orders.
• Communicate effectively with therapists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain detailed clinical documentation, including progress notes and billing information.
• Assist with scheduling, paperwork, and clinical education of students.
• Charge patients appropriately for treatments under supervision.

Skills

Active PTA license

Effective communication

Visual acuity

Collaborative work

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistance

Job description

Position Overview: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring effective treatment and accurate documentation in line with policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow ethical standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association and state licensing boards.
• Deliver treatments efficiently according to the plan of care and physician’s orders.
• Communicate effectively with therapists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain detailed clinical documentation, including progress notes and billing information.
• Assist with scheduling, paperwork, and clinical education of students.
• Charge patients appropriately for treatments under supervision.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in the practice state.
• Effective communication skills, visual acuity, and ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistance from an accredited program.
• Less than one year of related experience or training.

Core Values & Standards: Uphold compassion, confidentiality, teamwork, and compliance with safety and legal standards, promoting a positive and efficient work environment.