Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Interim HealthCare of West Des Moines, IA; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care company seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist to provide personalized therapy to patients in their homes in Iowa. The role focuses on restoring patient independence by implementing customized therapy plans and collaborating closely with a healthcare team. With a flexible assignment structure and excellent benefits, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

Benefits

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Flexible assignments

Online training and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PT license in Iowa.
• Minimum of 6 months of physical therapy experience; training new PTs is also acceptable.
• Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, dexterity, and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Providing home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility due to illness.
• Collaborating with a home health team focused on the patient's care goals.
• Educating patients on their care plan and exercises.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interpersonal skills

Dexterity

Compassion

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Program

Active PT license in Iowa

CPR certification

Job description

PRN home health assignments throughout Polk, Dallas, and Warren Counties.

Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient's life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health PT, you'll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.

Interim HealthCare is the nation's first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Physical Therapists. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!

Our Home Health Physical Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:

• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, allowing you to pick up PRN work when available
• Online training, growth opportunities, and CEU credits

As a Home Health Physical Therapist, your responsibilities include:

1. Providing home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength, and functionality due to illness or injury
2. Collaborating with a home health team including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, HHAs, OTs, and SLPs, focused on the patient's plan of care and goals
3. Observing movements, conducting assessments, documenting progress, and modifying care plans as needed
4. Assisting patients with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
5. Educating patients on their care plan, goals, exercises, and self-care
6. Coaching family members on the care plan, therapy goals, and safe assistance with exercises

Must-have qualifications for Home Health Physical Therapists:

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PT license in Iowa
• Minimum of 6 months of physical therapy experience; training new PTs is also considered
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, dexterity, and compassion

Why work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation's first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Occupational Therapists. With over 300 offices nationwide, we foster a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists and is passionate about putting patients first. Join a network of PTs making a significant impact through personalized, home-based therapy.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.