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

Logan Health; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Hourly differential pay

Fitness center discount

Job summary

Logan Health Whitefish seeks an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to support outpatient rehabilitation on a consistent PRN schedule. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to help patients improve mobility and function across ages, delivering safe treatments per plan of care.

The role emphasizes documentation, communication with therapists, and adherence to payer and Montana practice guidelines. PRN shifts typically 1–2 days per week with flexible evenings or weekends not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a PTA program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current Montana PTA license or temporary Montana PTA license.
• Current CPR certification, if applicable.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy setting.
• Strong communication, organization and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team.
• Professionalism, confidentiality and compassionate communication.
• Basic computer skills and EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective treatment per established plan of care.
• Progress treatment activities to meet patient goals and outcomes.
• Provide care to patients across the lifespan with diverse diagnoses.
• Document treatments, progress and outcomes in the EMR.
• Communicate changes in patient status with the supervising PT.
• Complete required documentation per payer and MT practice guidelines.
• Use rehab equipment safely and effectively.
• Support productivity, quality and patient experience standards.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Critical thinking

Professionalism

Education

PTA program accredited by APTA

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Qualifications Required

• 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.

Preferred

• 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.

Why Join Our Team?

You will be part of a respected, collaborative and multidisciplinary rehabilitation team that works together to provide exceptional care. Our team serves patients of all ages and supports individuals with a broad range of diagnoses, creating an engaging environment where each day brings meaningful and varied patient interactions. This position also offers the opportunity for a consistent PRN schedule without required evenings, weekends, holidays or on-call coverage.

Shift: Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America) PRN day shift, typically one to two days per week. Consistent availability to work two days per week in the outpatient clinic is preferred. No evenings, weekends, holidays or on-call coverage required. PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs.

PRN 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.

Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.