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Pella Regional Health Center

PRN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASST LIC-HH

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll play a vital role in empowering patients to achieve their highest level of function and independence—all within the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Using your clinical skills and compassionate care, you'll help individuals regain mobility, restore confidence, and improve their overall quality of life. Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will assist in delivering both direct and indirect physical therapy interventions in accordance with the patient's individualized treatment plan and state practice guidelines. Your contributions will support recovery, reduce the risk of hospital readmissions, and foster long-term wellness. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary home health team, you will report directly to the Home Health Director. Enjoy the benefits of a flexible schedule, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and no weekend or holiday shifts.
Regulatory Requirements:
v Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants v Prior experience in the provision of physical therapy services preferred. v Experience in acute, long term care and/or outpatient therapy.
Language Skills:
v Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. v High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others. v Ability to communicate well verbally. Must work effectively as a member of a team.
Skills:
v Strong computer knowledge v Ability to perform technical skills associated with procedures listed in this job description. v Ability to work with independence and with minimal direction. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$59,298 / year median in Iowa

+16% projected growth

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