Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

Status: Per Diem - Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation Services

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Purpose/Distinguishing Characteristics

Under the supervision of a physical therapist, administers physical therapy treatments to patients/residents. Work may be performed in one or more areas of Beartooth Billings Clinic to include outpatient rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, and the Joliet satellite clinic.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

• Current Montana state license as a certified physical therapy assistant, or eligible

• Healthcare Provider CPR certification or ability or obtain

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Working Conditions

• Normal patient care environment in a CAH hospital, includes satellite clinic and home care services provided in patient homes. Participates in staffing rotations to provide Saturday coverage for inpatient or swing bed patients if appropriate.

• May be required to work varying shifts, weekends and/or holidays or to float to areas of need

• Blood Borne Pathogen Category: Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

• Airborne Contaminant Category: Category I: Tasks that routinely require activities that may involve exposure to airborne contaminants.

**This position does not offer H-1B Visa Sponsorship