Occupational Health PTA - Impactful Patient Care & Growth

Iowa Ortho; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off (160 hrs per year)

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Iowa Ortho in Des Moines, IA is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Occupational Medicine, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to support functional outcomes and workplace health services.

This role emphasizes evidence-based treatment, documentation, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to maintain safety and promote meaningful recovery in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current Iowa PTA license in good standing.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Occupational Medicine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement PT treatment plans under supervising PT.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve function and mobility.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to supervising PT.
• Perform delegated procedures within scope and regulatory requirements.
• Complete timely clinical documentation for occupational health services.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and home programs.
• Collaborate with PTs and staff to deliver coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with standards, policies, and safety procedures.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Documentation

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree PTA

Job description

Iowa Ortho in Des Moines, IA is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Occupational Medicine, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to support functional outcomes and workplace health services.

This role emphasizes evidence-based treatment, documentation, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to maintain safety and promote meaningful recovery in a fast-paced clinic.