PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (OUTPATIENT) - NORTHWEST PHYSICAL THERAPY

About the role

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our outpatient Physical Therapy team in Coeur d'Alene (CDA). This position offers a Monday through Thursday schedule with no weekends or holidays.

Our physical therapy team provides comprehensive, patient-centered care that assesses each patient’s strengths and weaknesses to devise effective team-based treatment plans in accordance with the physician’s orders.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs under PT direction with specific goals defined by patient’s capacity and tolerance, and in accordance with established pre-op and post-op spine protocols.
• Educate patients about biomechanics, exercises, and injury prevention to promote wellness.
• Communicate with patients, team members, the director of physical therapy, and physicians to ensure a consistent level of care.
• Complete daily documentation on existing patients within the workday.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings and marketing assignments as directed by the PT director.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current and unrestricted licensure in the state of Idaho or actively in the application process.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Understand and adhere to federal confidentiality regulations.

About Northwest Specialty Hospital

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known as a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally, and financially in patient care and staff. The hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, spanning multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. It has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years, based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties.
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses.
• A generous 401K retirement plan.
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community.
• Wellness benefits including a weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships.
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday, with no weekends or holidays.