Part TIme Physical Therapy Assistant

Iowa City Hospice•Iowa City, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Johnson County is seeking a compassionate and motivated Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (20 hours per week) to join their Home Health team. This role involves working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide skilled therapy services aimed at helping patients improve mobility, strength, balance, safety, and independence in their own homes. The PTA will provide hands-on therapy, implement treatment plans, and educate patients and caregivers to support recovery and maximize independence. The position offers meaningful one-on-one patient care, independence, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' quality of life while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the state of Iowa
Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant education program (PTA)
One year of healthcare experience preferred
Home health care experience preferred
Demonstrates leadership and decision making abilities through effective interpersonal skills, knowledge of current and future home health trends, and adhering to ethics, standards, and the support of agency policies and procedures.
Car, driver's license and adequate insurance as outlined in the personnel policies is required.
All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law.
Negative finding on the Office of Inspector General’s Excluded Provider List.
Employee will demonstrate expertise in defined specialty area, ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate competence in professional decision-making skills within PTA scope of practice.
Able to use technology effectively and appropriately, including client care equipment, I-Pad and communication devices (smart phones, voicemail, and electronic mail).
Able to type with accuracy and account for all record updates in EMR
Demonstrates organizational skills necessary to manage workload and productivity expectations.
Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality in all matters, including employee information, client information and agency matters.
Demonstrate initiative in recognizing unmet needs and assuring a timely and appropriate response.
Assimilate and utilize agency information regarding policy and procedure changes.

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience
Home health care experience

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy treatments and interventions as outlined in the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist.
Assist patients in improving strength, balance, mobility, endurance, coordination, and functional independence.
Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment and changes in condition.
Communicate regularly with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient progress and treatment effectiveness.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety techniques, fall prevention strategies, and use of assistive devices.
Assist patients in achieving established functional goals and maximizing independence in daily activities.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Ensure compliance with all agency policies, Medicare regulations, and professional practice standards.