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WesleyLife Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Home Health in Urbandale, Iowa
Description
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WesleyLife Home Health provides comprehensive home health care services throughout central Iowa, serving clients in Boone, Dallas, Hamilton, Jasper, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Story, Warren, Cass, Washington, Audubon, Guthrie, Adair, and Poweshiek counties. Their services include medical support, therapy, and assistance with daily activities delivered in clients' homes to enhance quality of life, promote independence, and support well-being. WesleyLife Home Health offers personalized care plans tailored to individual needs, competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment.
This position requires that you are currently licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Iowa.
Day in the Life of a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):
Assist in conducting patient assessments and developing treatment plans under the supervision of a physical therapist, focusing on improving mobility, strength, and function.
Implement prescribed physical therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities, to help patients achieve their treatment goals.
Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs, proper body mechanics, and adaptive equipment use to support ongoing recovery and independence.
Collaborate closely with the physical therapist and interdisciplinary healthcare team to monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and ensure comprehensive care delivery in the home setting.
Current Openings: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, weekend rotation
What You’ll Gain
In addition to the competitive compensation you’d expect, WesleyLife offers true flexibility. You don’t want to work all the time, and we don’t want you to! Our locations are filled with team members who have one another’s backs and leaders who genuinely care about each team member as a person.
We’re committed to creating the best work experience you’ve ever had. Why not give us a look today?
Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $23.87 - $29.84 / hour. The starting pay rate will be based on years of experience.
Daily Pay: Use this free app to access your wages before payday to handle unexpected expenses
Mileage Reimbursement at 58.5 cents per mile
Health and Financial Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including healthcare, vision, dental, and 401K.
Scholarship Reimbursement: Up to $3,000/year for educational pursuits.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year for furthering your education.
Wellness Incentives: Free wellness membership and cash incentives for staying healthy.
Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global.
Additional Perks:
Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates.
Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, and critical illness coverage available.
WesleyLife has been certified as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work! (https://www.wesleylife.org/blog/wecare-connect-names-wesleylife-best-place-to-work)
WesleyLife has been named one of Senior Care’s Best Places To Work under a new certification program from WeCare Connect, the survey leader among organizations that serve older adults. This award is extended to only a small percentage of organizations and is based on variables such as speed and efficacy of issue resolution, high participation rates, and high responder rates around satisfaction.
With a legacy spanning 77 years, WesleyLife has established an esteemed reputation for excellence, recognized across the Midwest as revolutionizing the experience of aging. WesleyLife's networks are committed to health and well-being and offer a comprehensive range of services, encompassing brick-and-mortar Communities for Healthy Living alongside home health, hospice, personal services, adult day programs, transportation, and home-delivered meals.
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Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move to the next step of the hiring process. Unfortunately, WesleyLife will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
WesleyLife believes in the value of diversity within our workforce and is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, and drug screen.
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Qualifications
Experience
Required
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, valid insurance, and clean driving record
Graduate of a physical therapy assistant program accredited byThe Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, Successor organizations of CAPTE, or An education program outside the United States determined to be substantially equivalent to physical therapist entry-level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or an organization identified in 8 CFR 212.15(e) as it relates to physical therapists.
Currently licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Iowa
Preferred
Ability to pass a pre-hire background check, pre-employment health assessment, and drug screen
Previous home health or direct patient care experience preferred.