MercyOne Physical Therapist-Part-time

Trinity Health•Mason City, IA

23h

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides professional physical therapy services to home health clients in accordance with physician orders, the established plan of care, applicable state practice acts, licensure requirements, and organizational policies. This role performs comprehensive assessments, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and delivers preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative interventions to promote functional independence and optimal outcomes in the home setting. The Physical Therapist coordinates care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, communicates changes in patient condition, and ensures accurate and timely clinical documentation. Responsibilities include patient and caregiver education, environmental assessments, discharge planning, quality improvement participation, and supervision of PTAs and Home Health Aides as permitted by state practice acts. The role requires independent clinical judgment, adherence to regulatory and ethical standards, and a commitment to quality, compliance, and patient‑centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an APTA‑approved Physical Therapy program
Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of practice
Minimum one (1) year of experience or completion of a 6–8 week preceptorship
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Commitment to maintaining clinical competence, organizational policies, and ethical standards
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 35 lbs and travel to patient homes

Nice To Haves

Home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides professional physical therapy services to home health clients in accordance with physician orders, the established plan of care, applicable state practice acts, licensure requirements, and organizational policies
Performs comprehensive assessments
Develops and implements individualized treatment plans
Delivers preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative interventions to promote functional independence and optimal outcomes in the home setting
Coordinates care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team
Communicates changes in patient condition
Ensures accurate and timely clinical documentation
Provides patient and caregiver education
Performs environmental assessments
Participates in discharge planning
Participates in quality improvement
Supervises PTAs and Home Health Aides as permitted by state practice acts