Physical Therapist Assistant

Millennium Therapy; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Personal Day(s)

PTO

Continuing Education

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant in Waverly, IA for the Skilled Nursing setting. The role involves assisting in the treatment of patients and requires an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance from an accredited program. Strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and effective time management are essential for success. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and flexible scheduling are provided to enhance work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an APTA accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Must possess professional licensure or eligibility in Iowa.
• Utilizes effective time management skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in provision of assessments and direct treatment for caseload.
• Participate in clinical team processes.
• Provide teaching and training to caregiver staff.
• Provide teaching and training to caregiver staff and participate in clinical program development.
• Collect assessment data as part of the evaluation process and prepare treatment materials.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

About Us

Millennium Therapy is looking to add a Full‑Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to our staff in Waverly, IA for 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

Negotiable – based on experience

Hours

30–40 Hours/Week, Flexible

Physical Therapist Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• 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 eligibility 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

• Assist in the provision of screens, collection of assessment data, and direct treatment of caseload. Conduct resident screens (without interpretation) as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Participate in the clinical team process.
• Provide teaching and training to caregiver staff and participate in clinical program development.
• Collect assessment data, as part of the evaluation process, as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide training to patients, residents, caregivers, and families according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising therapist. Prepare treatment materials and assist with other clerical duties as directed.