Physical Therapy Assistant (20 hours per week)

Iowa City Hospice; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Prorated benefits

Company-issued smartphone and tablet

Generous vacation accrual

Eight paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Job summary

The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) in Johnson County, Iowa is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapy Assistant to support our home health team. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide therapies to help patients recover and maintain independence in their own homes.

This role requires an Associate degree from an accredited PTA program, an Iowa PTA license in good standing, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel throughout Johnson County.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Iowa PTA license in good standing.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout Johnson County.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills.
• Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments per patient plan of care.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility training.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and strategies to support recovery.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Participate in discharge planning and ongoing care coordination.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other care team members to ensure patient outcomes.
• Follow agency policies, infection-control procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Documentation skills

Patient education skills

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant program

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Description

At the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) | Johnson County, Iowa, our team members are passionate about improving lives through exceptional care delivered in the comfort of our patients' homes. We value compassion, teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence. Our employees enjoy meaningful work, supportive leadership, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Are you a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant who enjoys helping people remain safe, independent, and thriving in their own homes? The VNA is excited to introduce a newly created Part-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position to support our growing home health team. In this rewarding role, you will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic services that help patients recover from illness, injury, surgery, or chronic health conditions. Every day offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a direct impact on your patients' quality of life.If you are seeking a mission-driven career with a respected nonprofit organization and enjoy working independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team, we would love to speak with you.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Provide physical therapy treatments and interventions according to the patient's plan of care
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, stretching, strengthening, range-of-motion activities, and mobility training
• Provide gait training and instruction on proper use of assistive devices
• Perform transfer training using safe body mechanics and appropriate equipment
• Deliver therapeutic techniques designed to reduce pain, improve circulation, and restore function
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress and treatment responses to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Educate patients and family members on home exercise programs and strategies to support recovery
• Participate in discharge planning and ongoing care coordination
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other care team members to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives
• Follow agency policies, documentation standards, infection-control procedures, and all regulatory requirements

Weekly Schedule:

• Part-Time
• Monday through Friday
• Typically between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Flexible scheduling options may be available based on patient needs and business operations
• Travel throughout Johnson County is required

Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Bi-weekly pay
• Part time staff are eligible for prorated benefits beginning the first of the month following employment
• Company-issued iPhone and iPad
• Generous vacation accrual starting in your first year
• Eight paid holidays
• Three Wellmark medical plan options with employer-supported premiums
• Blue Dental coverage
• Avesis Vision coverage
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance (additional family coverage available)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and professional financial advising
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability coverage
• Voluntary Accident and Cancer insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Additional voluntary life insurance options
• Direct deposit

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Visiting Nurse Association is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Iowa Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout Johnson County.
• Physical ability to assist patients with transfers, mobility training, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and activities of daily living.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills.
• Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, reference checks, and any other screenings required by VNA and applicable state and federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health experience.
• Electronic medical record (EMR) experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patients.