Physical Therapist Assistant

Bluestonetherapy; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA) options

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Job summary

Bluestonetherapy is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Muscatine, IA to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients. In this role, you will focus on delivering skilled therapy services in a nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting alongside a licensed Physical Therapist.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited PTA program with a current license or eligibility for licensure. We offer benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) with employer contribution.

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled nursing, long‑term care, or post‑acute rehabilitation preferred.
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care.
• Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Physical Therapist.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure)

Job description

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long‑term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Muscatine, IA

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Accura HealthCare of Muscatine.

This role focuses on delivering skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post‑acute rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and overall functional independence.

What You’ll Do

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care
• Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes
• Treat adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting and rehabilitation settings
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Physical Therapist
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

Requirements

What You Bring

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
• Experience in skilled nursing, long‑term care, or post‑acute rehabilitation preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and professional standards

Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer