Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Trinity Health; New Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health in New Hampton is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support PTs in preparing patients for treatment, perform selected procedures, and maintain rehab equipment. The role requires effective communication with patients and documentation of progress.

The position emphasizes teamwork with therapists, ongoing patient instruction, and adherence to the plan of care in an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Two-year college program (approved by American Physical Therapy Association) leading to an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed by State of Iowa in compliance with the Physical Therapy Association Rules and Regulations.
• Experience: One year experience in outpatient setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate with patients and instruct them in exercise programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in tests, evaluations, treatment procedures, and job-simulation training.
• Maintain patient personal care and environment throughout treatment.
• Provide patient treatment as outlined by the therapist’s plan of care.
• Record and report patient progress and data in the medical record/chart.
• Instruct patients in exercises, ambulation, ADLs, safe body mechanics, home exercise programs, and return-to-work precautions.

Skills

Patient communication

Instructing exercises

Care for patient environment

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Location: New Hampton Med Center
Shift: 8 hour Day Shift
PRN: Hours Vary based on needs of the department
This individual assists the physical therapists in the preparation of patients for treatment, provides certain physical therapy procedures to the patient, maintains physical therapy equipment in a clean and aesthetic manner and is responsible for written/verbal communications between the Rehab department and our customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists physical therapists in performing tests, evaluations, treatment procedures, and jobsimulation training.
• Exercises responsibility for patient’s personal care and environment throughout treatment.
• Provides patient treatment as outlined by physical therapist’s plan of care.
• Records and reports patient’s progress towards established goals, and data related to care in the patient’s medical record/chart.
• Instructs patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living, safe body mechanics, home exercise programs, and return to work precautions according to plan of care.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a two-year college program (approved by American Physical TherapyAssociation) leading to Associate Degree in Physical Therapy
• Licensed by State of Iowa in compliance with the Physical Therapy Association Rules and Regulations
• Experience: One year experience in outpatient setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate with patients and instruct them in exercise programs.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.