Physical Therapist

Bluestonetherapy; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading therapy provider is seeking a Physical Therapist to join its Ames team, focusing on delivering personalized rehabilitation to adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and supervising assistants. The role requires a valid state license and emphasizes excellent communication and patient-centered care.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending and Health Saving Account options

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current valid Physical Therapist license to practice in the appropriate state.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Participates in physical therapy treatment interventions and services.
• Develops and implements treatment plans focusing on measurable outcomes.
• Monitors patients' progress and maintains accurate patient records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Patient-Centered Care

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is certified as a Great Place to Work! Seeking a FT PT in the Ames area!

Blue Stone Therapy was founded in 2009 and provides contract physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology to communities in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Our focus is to deliver optimal, individualized rehabilitation by highly skilled professional therapists while developing long-term partnerships between our staff and the communities they serve.

Are you passionate about enhancing lives? We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team!

As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for directly participating in physical therapy treatment interventions and services, in accordance with state practice guidelines. This position provides direct patient care to primarily adult and geriatric patients.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provides screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled physical therapy intervention relative to patient’s prior level of function. This includes but is not limited to the following areas: gait and balance, mobility, range of motion, strength, pain, conducting home assessments, discharge planning, development of maintenance programs and other related patient care issues.
• Develops and implements treatment plans that focus on functional and measurable outcomes and adheres to professional standards of practice.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Provides appropriate supervision for physical therapist assistants in compliance with licensure, regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Collaborate with, coordinate, and participate in training programs for community staff, patients, families, and rehabilitation staff.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

License and Certification:

• Current valid Physical Therapist license to practice in appropriate state.

Benefit Summary:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Account options
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• And so much more!

*Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer