Physical Therapist Assistant - Aquatics

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Pay: $24 - $30 an hour, depending on experience.

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for benefits.

The Position and The Company:

We're looking for an Aquatic Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. In this role, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide aquatic therapy that helps patients improve mobility, strength, function, and confidence in the water.

Mountain Land Physical Therapy is a private practice leading the nation in advancing musculoskeletal care. With one-third of primary care visits related to musculoskeletal conditions and a growing shortage of physicians, we are putting physical therapists at the front of care, equipped with diagnostic imaging in many clinics for faster, more accurate treatment.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver individualized aquatic therapy interventions under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. You'll have the opportunity to apply your clinical skills, utilize evidence-based treatment techniques, and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals in a supportive aquatic environment.
• Autonomy in Treatment - You’ve invested time and energy into mastering your craft, and we respect your philosophy on patient care. Working in collaboration with your supervising physical therapist, you’ll have the freedom to use innovative approaches and apply the skills you’ve gained through continuing education to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Collaborate with a High-Level Team - Work alongside experienced therapists and local medical professionals to deliver cutting-edge rehab.

Why You Should Work Here:

• Less Time Documenting - Our AI-driven platform reduces documentation time by up to 40%, so you can focus more on patient care and less on paperwork.
• Flexibility with Professional Development: At Mountain Land, there’s minimal red tape when it comes to choosing your continuing education and advanced training. We support your goals and give you the freedom to pursue the learning opportunities that matter most to you.

Requirements:

• Current PTA License or ability to obtain (No sanction)
• Interest in Aquatic Therapy
• A passion for outpatient orthopedic therapy
• A drive to continue to learn and elevate your craft