Part TIme Physical Therapy Assistant
About The Position
The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) is seeking a compassionate, dedicated part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join its Home Health team. The role provides therapeutic interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients recover from illness, injury, surgery, or chronic health conditions. Care is delivered in patients’ homes, with the goal of restoring mobility, supporting independence, and improving quality of life. The PTA works independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and building one-on-one relationships with patients and their families. The position requires travel throughout Johnson County. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; flexible scheduling may be available based on patient needs and business operations. VNA is a mission-driven nonprofit healthcare organization focused on high-quality, patient-centered care. It values compassion, collaboration, professional excellence, respect, integrity, and employee growth and development.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Certification or licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (CPTA or equivalent) and a current Iowa PTA license in good standing.
- Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patients.
- Electronic medical record (EMR) experience.
- 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.
- Current CPR certification.
- Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal background and reference checks, and other screenings required by VNA or applicable regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting and/or previous home health experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.
- Flexibility to work part-time hours.
Responsibilities
- Implement treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
- Assist patients in improving strength, mobility, balance, and functional independence.
- Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatment.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safety techniques.
- Communicate effectively with the care team to ensure continuity of care.
- Help patients achieve rehabilitation goals in the comfort of their homes.
- Assist patients with transfers, mobility training, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and activities of daily living.
Benefits
- Bi-weekly pay.
- Prorated benefits for part-time staff beginning the first of the month following employment.
- Company-issued iPhone and iPad.
- Vacation accrual starting in the first year.
- Eight prorated 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, with additional family coverage available.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and professional financial advising.
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability coverage.
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Direct deposit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
