Clinic Physical Therapist - Hettinger - Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

NorTek Medical Staffing is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join West River Health Services (WRHS) in Hettinger, North Dakota. This full-time role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality rehabilitation services to a diverse patient population across inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings, including schools, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.

This position is ideal for both new graduates and experienced Physical Therapists who are interested in practicing broad-scope therapy within a supportive, rural healthcare environment that values collaboration, patient-centered care, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess patients' physical conditions, movement dysfunctions, and functional limitations

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals

Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait and balance training, and other PT interventions

Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate

Educate patients and families on exercises, injury prevention, and self-care strategies

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation team members to ensure coordinated care

Provide therapy services across multiple settings, including hospital, outpatient clinic, schools, and long-term care facilities

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards

Uphold safety protocols, ethical standards, and quality of care expectations

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program

Active Physical Therapy license in the state of North Dakota (or ability to obtain)

Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and teamwork skills

Experience

New graduates are encouraged to apply

Prior experience in inpatient, outpatient, rural health, or rehabilitation settings is a plus but not required

Work Schedule

Full-time

On-site

Day shift (schedule coordinated within hospital and clinic operations)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $90,000 – $100,000 annually (based on experience)

Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, 401(k), and paid time off

Supportive environment for professional development and skill growth

Why Join Us

Work within a nationally recognized rural healthcare system

Broad scope of practice across multiple patient populations and care settings

Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community

"Big city medical care with small-town friendliness"

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc. Job ID #10028.

About Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.

Allied Healthcare Staffing Services

NorTek Medical Staffing is a full-service recruitment firm specializing in providing critical staffing solutions for Allied Healthcare Professionals, alongside physicians and mid-level providers. The company excels at connecting high-quality, specialized clinicians with facilities requiring temporary (Locum Tenens), contract, or permanent staff.

• Placement Types: Locum Tenens (temporary), Contract, and Permanent placements.
• Key Allied Health Specialties Staffed:
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
• Physician Assistants (PAs)
• Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
• Other Allied Healthcare Professionals (specific roles often include Imaging, Therapy, and specialized technicians).
• Client Settings: NorTek places Allied Health staff in diverse environments, including Hospitals, Medical Groups, Outpatient Clinics, Urgent Care Centers, and Government Facilities (VA and DoD).

Why Choose NorTek for Allied Health?

NorTek's approach is designed to meet the high demand for specialized non-physician providers:

• National Reach: Placing Allied Health professionals in facilities across the entire U.S.
• Rapid Deployment: Efficiently sourcing and deploying professionals to cover urgent short-term and long-term needs.
• Compliance and Credentialing: A dedicated team ensures all placed personnel are thoroughly screened, compliant, and credentialed according to the highest industry and facility standards.
• Focus on Fit: Providing personalized, consultative service to ensure a strong match between the clinician's skills and the facility's specific patient needs.