Clinic Physical Therapist

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Clinic Physical Therapist for a job in Hettinger, North Dakota.

• Specialty:
  Physical Therapist
• Discipline:
  Therapy
• Duration:
  Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Staff

Assistant Director of Physical Therapy

Position Overview

West River Health Services (WRHS), a nationally recognized rural healthcare system in Hettinger, North Dakota, is seeking an Assistant Director of Physical Therapy to support and help lead its multidisciplinary rehabilitation department.

This role blends hands-on patient care with clinical leadership and operational support, serving inpatient, outpatient, and community-based populations within a critical access hospital environment. The Assistant Director works closely with the Director of Physical Therapy to ensure high clinical standards, staff development, regulatory compliance, and efficient departmental operations.

WRHS is known for delivering “big city medical care with small-town friendliness” and serves communities throughout southwest North Dakota and northwest South Dakota.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care

Provide comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatment across inpatient and outpatient settings

Develop, implement, and progress individualized treatment plans

Deliver evidence-based interventions including:

Therapeutic exercise

Manual therapy

Balance and gait training

Neuromuscular re-education

Modalities as appropriate

Treat a diverse caseload including orthopedics, post-surgical, geriatrics, and neurological conditions

Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and injury prevention

Leadership & Department Support

Support the Director of Physical Therapy with day-to-day departmental operations

Provide clinical mentorship and guidance to Physical Therapists, PTAs, and rehab staff

Assist with:

Staff onboarding and training

Clinical competency development

Schedule coordination and productivity oversight

Serve as a clinical resource for complex cases

Promote consistency in care delivery and adherence to best practices

Quality, Compliance & Collaboration

Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation

Support adherence to regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance tracking

Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and support services

Assist in maintaining policies, procedures, and clinical protocols

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent from an accredited program

Active or eligible North Dakota Physical Therapy license

Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical Physical Therapy experience

Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience (formal or informal)

Strong clinical evaluation, treatment, and documentation skills

Excellent communication, organizational, and team leadership abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in one or more of the following:

Acute care

Outpatient rehabilitation

Rural or critical access hospital settings

Experience supervising or mentoring PTs, PTAs, or rehab staff

Advanced clinical certifications (e.g., OCS, balance, neuro-focused credentials)

Interest in leadership growth and departmental development

Work Schedule & Environment

Full-time, day-shift role

Combination of clinical care and leadership responsibilities

Practice across inpatient and outpatient settings

Collaborative, team-based rural healthcare environment

Supportive leadership structure with opportunity for advancement

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $100,000 – $130,000 annually (DOE) (adjustable based on leadership experience)

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education support

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Why Join West River Health Services?

Leadership role with continued hands-on patient care

Broad scope of practice with meaningful community impact

Opportunity to grow into higher-level rehabilitation leadership

Stable, mission-driven organization with strong community ties

Ideal for clinicians ready to step into leadership while staying…