PTA – Physical Therapy Assistant

Help Patients Regain Strength and Independence

Glendive Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll work directly with patients to improve mobility, restore function, and enhance quality of life.

If you enjoy hands‑on care and being part of a team that helps patients achieve meaningful progress, we'd love to have you join us.

The PTA works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to carry out treatment plans, assist with therapeutic interventions, and monitor patient progress throughout their recovery.

• Assist with implementing individualized therapy plans
• Guide patients through exercises and functional activities
• Observe and report patient progress and responses to treatment
• Document care and communicate updates to the Physical Therapist
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques
• Assist with patient transfers, positioning, and transportation
• Apply therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, heat, and massage
• Prepare and maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (Associate degree required)
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Montana
• Strong communication and patient‑care skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with rehabilitation staff

• Compassionate and patient‑focused
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communicator with patients and care teams
• Physically capable of assisting patients safely

• Ability to lift and assist patients (up to 75 lbs.)
• Frequent standing, bending, and movement
• Ability to support physical therapy activities throughout the shift

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Healthcare Spending Accounts
• Employer‑paid Life, AD&D, and Long‑Term Disability
• Short‑Term Disability and voluntary benefits

• 401(k) with employer match (vested after 2 years)
• Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Leave
• Paid float holidays

Glendive Medical Center is a Critical Access Hospital providing a full range of healthcare services to Eastern Montana and Western North Dakota. We are proud to support both our patients and our employees in a collaborative environment.

Enjoy a welcoming community, outdoor adventure, and a strong work‑life balance. From Makoshika State Park to the Yellowstone River, Glendive offers a unique place to live and work.

Apply today and help patients reach their recovery goals.

Salary: $24.92 per hour

Glendive Medical Center (GMC) conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GMC promotes a drug and alcohol‑free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing pre‑employment screenings.