Position Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Location: Upland Hills Health - Dodgeville Hospital Campus
Role & Department: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the Therapy & Wellness Center Department
Hours & Shift: Full-time (1.0 FTE) day shift position, Monday through Friday daytime hours
Role Responsibilities:
- The therapist evaluates, records and reports patient problems and progress for effective communication with other members of the rehabilitation team
- Assists in the development of new services/programs as needed and assesses needs for such
- Work areas will include primarily outpatient services but could include some work in other clinical areas such as inpatient, skilled nursing, home health and work in the schools.
- Physical Therapy Assistants work under the direction of the Physical Therapists and Therapy Center Director
- Work areas may include the hospital (both inpatient and outpatient settings), skilled nursing facilities, area homes, schools or work places and contract facilities
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be a graduate of an APTA/AMA accredited curriculum program
- Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the State of Wisconsin
- Prefer candidates with some previous experiences but new graduates are welcome to apply
- Candidates should have a well-rounded understanding of the rehabilitation processes and have a full understanding of quality patient care
- Interest in professional growth as demonstrated by attendance at continuing education programs and participation in professional organizations
Ability to direct, implement and report on effectiveness of therapy treatments
Previous experience with the Microsoft Office Suite software programs is beneficial
Prior experience using the EPIC medical record system is preferred but not required
Employee Benefits:
Why Upland Hills Health: Upland Hills Health (UHH) consistently ranks as a very high performing health care institution in Southwestern Wisconsin. Located just 40 minutes from Madison, WI and as well from Dubuque, IA, the area is surrounded by wonderful communities and beautiful scenery. For over 100 years, Upland Hills Health has been dedicated to the promise of offering the highest standard of healthcare. Our community-minded staff emphasizes providing quality, comprehensive healthcare while offering a comfortable, neighborly welcome to everyone who walks through our doors. Here, neighbors care for neighbors!
Posting date: August 17, 2026
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