Part Time Physical Therapist

Iowa Care Community Inc, Iowa City Hospice, Visiting Nurse Association•Iowa City, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated part-time Physical Therapist for its home health team. The role provides personalized, one-on-one care in patients’ homes, helping them recover, regain mobility, maintain independence, and improve quality of life. The therapist works autonomously while collaborating with a supportive interdisciplinary healthcare team and building meaningful relationships with patients and families. The position is 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a schedule between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Flexible scheduling may be available based on patient needs and caseload. The role requires travel throughout the service area and work in varying weather conditions. VNA’s mission is to improve health and well-being by providing healthcare services to people in their homes and throughout the community. In partnership with Iowa City Hospice, the organization envisions being the foundation of the community’s continuum of home-based healthcare, from birth to end of life.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Hold a current Iowa Physical Therapist license.
Have a minimum of one year of clinical experience providing direct patient care.
Have strong clinical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and rehabilitation principles.
Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Be able to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and prioritize patient needs effectively.
Have strong critical-thinking, assessment, and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrate a compassionate, patient-centered approach and a passion for helping individuals achieve greater independence.
Have knowledge of healthcare regulations, documentation standards, and patient safety practices.
Have a valid Iowa driver’s license, reliable transportation, and required auto insurance; be able to travel throughout the service area in varying weather conditions.
Be able to lift up to 35 pounds and perform the physical demands of home health practice, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be able to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Have current U.S. work authorization.
Have First Aid and Mandatory Reporter certifications, or be willing to obtain them as required.
Successfully complete required background checks and clear all applicable exclusion lists.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ strength, balance, mobility, and overall function.
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
Educate patients and caregivers on safety, injury prevention, body mechanics, and home exercise programs.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain timely, accurate documentation and clinical records.
Promote patient independence and quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Follow agency policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements during home visits.
Provide one-on-one patient care and help patients recover and maintain independence at home.