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Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
LOCATION: Helena, MT
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join a growing outpatient rehabilitation team.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys helping patients improve mobility, regain function, and achieve meaningful outcomes in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. This team values individualized care, strong relationships, professional development, and creating a positive experience for both patients and staff.
Helena offers an exceptional quality of life with access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, and outdoor recreation, all while enjoying a welcoming community and a balanced pace of life.
What You Will Do
As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will work alongside licensed Physical Therapists to help patients progress through customized treatment plans and achieve their rehabilitation goals.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in carrying out individualized treatment programs developed by Physical Therapists.
- Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions and exercise instruction.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate observations to the care team.
- Document treatment sessions and patient responses accurately and efficiently.
- Educate patients on home exercises, wellness strategies, and injury prevention techniques.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and supportive treatment environment.
- Collaborate with therapists and other team members to optimize patient outcomes.
- Stay current with best practices and continue professional development.
Qualifications
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required
- Current or eligible PTA licensure
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation principles
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport and motivate patients
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Prior outpatient Physical Therapy experience preferred but not required
Preferred Experience
Experience working with one or more of the following patient populations is helpful:
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Sports medicine
- Geriatrics
- Post-surgical recovery
- Functional movement and mobility programs