Physical Therapist Assistant - Fort Dodge, IA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and surrounding communities. The position is based in a Senior Living Community partner and uses FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, with care delivered where patients live. Working under a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans, guides patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and supports improvements in strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers one-on-one patient care, mentorship, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and opportunities to develop clinical skills and career pathways. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment options; benefits eligibility varies by role and hours.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, providing patient assistance and transfers, performing CPR, and extensive walking.
- Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities.
- Wear PPE when required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
- Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities; observe and track their progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system, following FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team, including PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists.
- Provide care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, including driving to those locations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for eligible roles.
- Dental insurance for eligible roles.
- Vision insurance for eligible roles.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Continuing education access.
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
- Access to advanced technology and tools.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Wellness referral incentives.
- Additional pay for increased efficiency.
- Part-time benefits eligibility based on minimum-hours requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
