Physical Therapist

Career Links; Keystone (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term/long-term disability

Continuing education opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Career Links is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join a skilled nursing facility rehabilitation team. In this role, you will help residents regain mobility, improve strength and balance, and maximize functional independence.

This full‑time position offers hourly pay of $38.00–$55.00 DOE, with comprehensive benefits including insurance, PTO, retirement, and continuing education opportunities. Ideal for therapists who enjoy geriatrics and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
• Graduate of CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Eligible for or holding certification through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or geriatric settings preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans based on functional goals.
• Provide evidence-based PT interventions including exercise, gait, balance, mobility, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Assist residents in improving transfers, ambulation, strength, endurance, and mobility.
• Collaborate with OT, SLP, nursing, physicians to coordinate care.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safety strategies and home exercise programs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Complete timely documentation in accordance with guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

FSBPT certification eligible/held

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Full-Time | $38.00–$55.00/hr (DOE)

At Career Links, you'll find everything that makes being a therapist, social worker, interpreter, psychologist, educator, or healthcare professional so rewarding. Here, meaningful assignments, supportive environments, and excellent benefits come together to create exceptional career opportunities.

We take pride in successfully pairing talented healthcare professionals with top-notch facilities nationwide. Our commitment is to serve you with understanding, integrity, and professionalism.

Position Overview

Career Links is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join a skilled nursing facility rehabilitation team. In this role, you will help residents regain mobility, improve strength and balance, maximize functional independence, and enhance their overall quality of life. This position is ideal for a therapist who enjoys working with the geriatric population and values collaboration within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans based on their functional goals and clinical needs
• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, mobility training, and neuromuscular re-education
• Assist residents in improving transfers, ambulation, strength, endurance, and overall functional mobility
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safety strategies, fall prevention, and home exercise programs
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences, treatment planning, and discharge planning
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with facility, state, and federal guidelines
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and professional standards

Qualifications

• Current Iowa Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program recognized by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Eligible for or holding certification through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or geriatric settings preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic activities
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Additional voluntary benefit options
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan options
• Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage
• Continuing education opportunities
• Realistic productivity expectations
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Join Career Links and make a meaningful impact while helping residents achieve greater independence and quality of life.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.