Physical Therapy Assistant
West River Health Services·Hettinger County, North Dakota
West River Health Services·Hettinger County, North Dakota
Administer physical therapy treatments and modalities under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to restore patient functioning. Participate in departmental operational aspects and continuous quality improvement activities.
Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Physical Therapy Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.
Market context
Allied health imaging roles in North Dakota are often shaped by steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and rural coverage settings, especially for candidates who can work across modalities or patient populations. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for accredited program graduates with RDMS, RVT, or ARRT registration, plus BLS within six weeks and NDMIRT licensure when working in the state. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your credentials and licensure status before applying.