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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

ClearSky Health · Eau Claire, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a patient whose mobility you helped improve. What did you focus on?

What they are checking: Whether they can deliver effective therapy that restores function.

Tell me about working with OT or nursing on a shared patient.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate within the interdisciplinary rehab team.

How do you motivate a patient who is discouraged by slow progress?

What they are checking: Whether they can encourage patients through hard days in rehab.

What would you do

A patient says their pain is much worse today. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they adjust treatment safely and report changes to the PT and nurse.

You notice a patient is ready to progress faster than the plan says. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate with the PT instead of changing the plan on their own.

As a PRN assistant, how do you get ready to treat patients you do not know?

What they are checking: Whether they review charts and talk to the team before treating.

About the work

How do you follow a PT's plan of care, and when do you check back with the supervising PT?

What they are checking: Whether they work within their scope and communicate changes at the right time.

How do you keep a patient safe during gait training?

What they are checking: Whether they use proper guarding, gait belts and assistive devices.

How do you document your sessions so the PT can track progress?

What they are checking: Whether they write clear, accurate notes that support the plan of care.

What vital sign changes would make you stop a session?

What they are checking: Whether they know safe limits and watch for warning signs during exercise.

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The full job description

As published by ClearSky Health.

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. Physical Therapy Assistant Opportunity 📍 Location: Eau Claire, WI About the Opportunity - Why join our team? Come join us as you take the next step of your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth as we open our newest ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital in Eau Claire, WI this fall. As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development and delivering high quality patient care that helps restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for patients experiencing injuries or disease. This role is full time and will work 40 hours per week (days). Compensation & Benefits - Everything You Need to Thrive 💰 Competitive Compensation 🏥 Full Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision from Day One 🚀 Career Advancement - Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths 📚 CEU 360 Membership - Continuous Learning, Covered 📈 401(k) + Company Match - Retirement Savings from Day One 🎓 Student Loan Repayment - Plus Tuition Reimbursement ⚖️ No Productivity Mandates - Quality over Quotas 🧘 Health & Wellness - Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs The Role - What You’ll Do Our Physical Therapy Assistants are key members of the care team, helping patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in a collaborative, patient-focused environment. • Provide direct physical therapy interventions to support patient recovery and outcomes. • Assist with treatment planning, documentation, and communication of patient progress. • Collaborate with patients and the care team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. • Maintain a safe, efficient therapy environment following established protocols. Qualifications - What We're Looking For • 🎓 Graduation from accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program • ✅ Current State Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant required • ❤️ BLS/CPR Certification required • 🏥 While 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital is preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply. Physical requirements - What you need to know • A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time. • Both gross and precise motor functions. • Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. • Possible exposure to bodily fluids. • Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care. • Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment. • Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard. Click here to see what it is like to be part of the ClearSky team or apply at www.clearskyhealth.com

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