Physical Therapy Assistant — $5K Sign-On, Day Shift

Great River Health; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Great River Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering treatments and education to patients. You will assist with routine functions, document progress, and help teach patients and families about prevention and care.

The role involves collaborating with a care team to ensure patient needs are met and safety is maintained. The position requires an AA degree or equivalent, is open to new graduates, and may prefer 1–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (AA) or equivalent required
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• 1-3 years preferred
• Physical Therapist Assistant required
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) required
• Dependent Adult Abuse mandatory reporter within 90 days (Iowa DHS)
• Child Abuse mandatory reporter within 90 days (Iowa DHS)

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment as directed by a staff physical therapist
• Observes and assesses treatment effect and discusses changes to the treatment plan
• Documents progress in electronic medical record
• Assists in teaching plan and involves patient and family
• Participates in student clinical education for PT assistants
• Demonstrates knowledge of PT modalities and rehab equipment
• Coordinates with health care team to ensure patient needs are met
• Maintains safe environment and adheres to ethics and compliance

Job description

Great River Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering treatments and education to patients. You will assist with routine functions, document progress, and help teach patients and families about prevention and care.

The role involves collaborating with a care team to ensure patient needs are met and safety is maintained. The position requires an AA degree or equivalent, is open to new graduates, and may prefer 1–3 years of related experience.