Physical Therapy Assistant

UnityPoint Health; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Urbandale, Iowa. You will provide direct care to patients at home, collaborate with supervising Physical Therapists, and contribute to improving patient outcomes in a supportive environment. As part of a top-rated workplace in healthcare, you will benefit from a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition program

Health and dental insurance

Qualifications

• Licensed, registered or certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum.
• Experience caring for similar patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to the plan developed by a supervising Physical Therapist.
• Deliver patient care consistent with clinical best practices.
• Work one-on-one with patients in their homes.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Overview

UnityPoint at Home - Pod 4(West Des Moines + Windsor Heights area)

Physical Therapy Assistant

Full Time - 1.0 FTE

Day Shift - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare! As a Physical Therapist Assistant with UnityPoint at Home, you’ll work one-on-one with patients and their families in a flexible, functional care environment to make it possible for patients to receive the care they need where they’re most comfortable – in their homes

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct patient care for a diverse community-based caseload according to the plan of care developed by a supervising Physical Therapist. Delivers patient care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Qualifications

Education:

Licensed, registered, or certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the state(s) providing services.

Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association; or, if educated outside the United States or trained in the United States military, graduated from an education program determined to be substantially equivalent to Physical Therapist Assistant entry-level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants

Experience: One year experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.

Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.

Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.

CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.