Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant

Blue Stone Therapy; Laurens (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Laurens Care Center in Laurens, IA. The role focuses on evaluating and treating patients to improve mobility, strength, and overall functional independence.

Responsibilities include performing evaluations, developing care plans, delivering therapy, and collaborating with team members for positive outcomes. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible full-time candidates.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current PT or PTA license (or eligibility for licensure) in Iowa.
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients.
• Perform patient evaluations and develop plans of care.
• Deliver therapy focused on gait training, balance, mobility, and pain management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support patient outcomes.

Skills

Strong clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Current PT or PTA license

Job description

About Blue Stone Therapy

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 (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Laurens, IA

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Laurens Care Center in Laurens, IA.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapist is responsible for patient assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs designed to improve gait, balance, mobility, strength, range of motion, pain management, and overall functional independence.

Optional: This position will serve multiple partner communities, including Fonda Specialty Care and Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy, with travel between locations as needed.

$5,000 sign-on bonus available for eligible full-time candidates.

What You’ll Do

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting.
• Perform patient evaluations and develop plans of care (PT) or implement treatment programs under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist (PTA).
• Deliver therapy focused on gait training, balance, mobility, strength, range of motion, endurance, and pain management.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust interventions in collaboration with the therapy team.
• Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current PT or PTA license (or eligibility for licensure) in the applicable state.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational 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) options
• 401(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