Physical Therapist
Barrett Hospital·Dillon, Montana
Barrett Hospital·Dillon, Montana
Qualified candidates will take ownership of evidence-based evaluation and treatment, applying expertise in movement science, manual therapy, exercise prescription, and therapeutic modalities to achieve meaningful patient outcomes. Team members will collaborate closely with physicians, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists in an interdisciplinary setting.
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare invites applications to fill a Physical Therapist (PT) position to join our Rehabilitation Services team. As part of our clinical team, a qualified candidate will take ownership of evidence based evaluation and treatment while applying their expertise in movement science, manual therapy interventions, exercise prescription and therapeutic modalities to produce meaningful outcomes. PT team members will collaborate closely with physicians, as well as our OT and SLP team in an interdisciplinary setting. Continual professional growth is encouraged through robust continuing education allowances and available paid time for course attendance. Therapists can expect to see an eclectic mix of diagnoses and age groups while working primarily in an outpatient orthopedic setting as well as inpatient acute care and swing bed. Opportunities available for those interested in pediatrics, although not required.
Master’s or Doctorate degree (preferred) from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited Physical Therapy program Candidates must be able to produce documentation of passing the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) Must be eligible to acquire or currently possess an active Montana State license in Physical Therapy from the Montana Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare provides the people of southwestern Montana with quality healthcare services. Recognized as a leader in rural health facilities, we have been named as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital for 14 years and a Top 20 CAH 7 times from among over 1300 critical access hospitals across the nation. We continually strive for clinical excellence, with patient safety our top priority. Barrett Hospital & Healthcare is an 18-bed facility with an impressive array of technology, ancillary services and a thriving physician clinic with regional respect for quality expertise.
Located in Dillon, Montana, our community is renowned for scenic outdoor experiences, including cross-country, downhill and backcountry skiing, blue ribbon fly-fishing, world-class hunting, and extensive hiking and biking opportunities. Nestled in the northern Rocky Mountains, the City of Dillon is home to an excellent school system and is home to the University of Montana Western campus. We invite you to join our team and enjoy an adventurous Montana lifestyle!
403(b) with Employer match PTO/Sick Leave Health insurance Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Life insurance Offering a variety of optional health and well-being plans
Candidates must possess a Master’s or Doctorate degree (preferred) from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program and must have passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE). Eligibility for or current active Montana State licensure in Physical Therapy and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are also required.
Market context
In Montana, allied health travel assignments are often driven by outpatient and hospital coverage needs across a broad patient mix, so adaptable clinicians with strong communication skills tend to stand out. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can commit to a 13-week assignment and work in a community-focused setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit for the setting and assignment length before applying.
