Physical Therapist Assistant

Millennium Therapy; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Personal Days

PTO

Continuing Education

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Millennium Therapy in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our skilled nursing team. You will work under a supervising physical therapist to support patient goals and deliver care. The PTA provides screens, data collection, and direct treatment, while collaborating with a clinical team and training caregivers.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. We offer competitive pay of $25–$35/hour, 30–40 hours weekly, and benefits including

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (APTA accredited) and licensure in state of hire or eligibility.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Utilizes effective time management skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resident screens and data collection under supervising therapist.
• Participate in the clinical team process and program development.
• Provide teaching/training to patients, residents, caregivers, and families per plan of care.
• Prepare treatment materials and assist with clerical duties as directed.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organization & analysis

Education

Associate PTA degree

Job description

ABOUT US:

Millennium Therapy is looking to add a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to our staff in Fort Dodge, IA in the Skilled Nursing setting. Millennium Therapy is a patient focused, therapist owned, and therapist managed company that operates throughout Iowa providing Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy in various settings. The local home office provides quick support to our associates. Our therapy teams succeed through patient tailored treatments, flexible scheduling, and effective communication to meet the individualized goals of each patient.

PAY:

$25 - $35 Negotiable - depending upon experience

HOURS:

30-40 Hours/Week

PHYSICAL THERAPIST BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Personal Day(s)
• PTO
• Continuing Education
• Flexible Scheduling & More

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA) QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an APTA accredited program and Professional Licensure in the state of hire or eligible for licensure in states that regulate the Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Utilizes effective time management skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA) REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) assist in the provision of screens, collection of assessment data, and direct treatment of caseload. Conducts resident screens (without interpretation) as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Participates in the clinical team process.
• Provides teaching and training to caregiver staff. Participates in clinical program development.
• Collects assessment data, as part of the evaluation process, as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provides training to patients, residents, caregivers, and families according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising therapist. Prepares treatment materials and assists with other clerical duties as directed.