Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time

Good Samaritan; Forest City (IA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 53,037; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% match

Paid time off and unpaid leave

Weekend and night incentive pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 6 visits

Fitness center reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Forest City is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assist patients with therapy activities under supervision. You will implement therapeutic activities, maintain documentation, and collaborate with healthcare teams. Candidates must graduate from an APTA approved program, be licensed, and potentially hold a BLS certification. This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, and offers a competitive salary range of $24.00 - $38.50 per hour, along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• Must hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Implements therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with competency levels and patient goals.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborates with the physical therapist and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Ability to work flexible schedules

Education

Graduate from an APTA approved program

Job description

Facility

GSS IA Forest City Ctr

Location

Forest City, IA

Address

606 S 7th St, Forest City, IA 50436, USA

Shift

Day

Job Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40.00

Salary Range

$24.00 - $38.50

Job Summary

Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, and developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Maintains accurate and timely documentation, exchanges information with the physical therapist about patient responses and outcome achievement, and may focus on post‑acute, long‑term care and outpatient environments.

Responsibilities

• Implements therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with competency levels and patient goals.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborates with the physical therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Adheres to professional practice guidelines and state licensure requirements.
• Provides additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• Must hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of employment.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• New graduates are welcome.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% match.
• Annual merit raises.
• Sanford Perks: phone, hotel, merchandise discounts, etc.
• Paid time off and unpaid leave.
• Holiday and sick time bank.
• Weekend and night incentive pay.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 6 visits.
• Fitness center reimbursement.
• Volunteer days.
• Additional performance improvement and career growth opportunities (continuing education, leadership development, clinical instructor programs, etc.).

Legal and Workplace Statements

Good Samaritan is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA M/F/Disability/Vet. For individuals with a disability, accommodations may be requested. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace policy and requires a drug screen and background check for selected positions.