Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist

Full-time job, would also consider part-time.

Join staff of 9 Physical Therapist and 4 Physical Therapist Assistants.

Rehab Services staff also includes, 5 Occupational Therapist, 2 Occupational Therapist Assistants, 3 Speech Therapists, and 1 Athletic Trainer.

Primarily outpatient position.

Physical Therapy department volume= 80% outpatient, 5% home health, and 15% inpatient, SNF.

Clinic hours 8-5 Monday through Friday.

St. Anthony’s has 2 orthopedic surgeons so large volume of orthopedic patients.

Physical Therapy department sees a wide variety of patients: orthopedic,    geriatric, pediatric, pelvic floor, lymphedema, neurologic, work injuries, sports injuries, and custom shoe inserts.

Why St. Anthony Physical Therapy?

Rehab Services department stresses quality, one on one care, teamwork, and continuing to develop your skills. In recent Press Ganey survey given to employees, Rehab Services achieved 92 percentile employee engagement score nationally, 98 percentile teamwork score nationally, and 98 percentile job satisfaction score nationally.

St. Anthony is a great place for a new grad to begin their career. We will provide mentorship. We have multiple therapist with advanced training in different areas. We promote collaboration between therapist and departments to promote best outcomes for patients.

St. Anthony will assist with further development of skills. Paid continuing education and promote learning environment in department.

St. Anthony does not track individual therapist productivity. We look at productivity of department as a whole.

Competitive Benefits

            Health insurance

            Life insurance

            Dental Insurance

            Vision insurance

            Short term disability

            403B- matching retirement

            Generous PTO and 7 paid holidays

Qualification: Physical Therapy license in state of Iowa or will be applying for license if new grad.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Full-time job, would also consider part-time.

Join staff of 9 Physical Therapist and 4 Physical Therapist Assistants.

Rehab Services staff also includes, 5 Occupational Therapist, 2 Occupational Therapist Assistants, 3 Speech Therapists  and 1 Athletic Trainer.

Physical Therapist Assistant position duties will depend on candidate’s strengths, will assign PTA to area they feel most comfortable.

Physical Therapy department volume= 80% outpatient, 5% home health, and 15% inpatient, SNF.

Clinic hours 8-5 Monday through Friday.

St. Anthony’s has 2 orthopedic surgeons so large volume of orthopedic patients

 Physical Therapy department sees a wide variety of patients: orthopedic,      geriatric, pediatric, pelvic floor, lymphedema, neurologic, work injuries, sports injuries, and custom shoe inserts.

Why St. Anthony Physical Therapy?

Rehab Services department stresses quality, one on one care, teamwork, and continuing to develop your skills. In recent Press Ganey survey given to employees, Rehab Services achieved 92 percentile employee engagement score nationally, 98 percentile teamwork score nationally, and 98 percentile job satisfaction score nationally.

St. Anthony is a great place for a new grad to begin their career. We will provide mentorship. We have multiple therapist with advanced training in different areas. We promote collaboration between therapist and departments to promote best outcomes for patients.

St. Anthony will assist with further development of skills. Paid continuing education and promote learning environment in department.

St. Anthony does not track individual therapist productivity. We look at productivity of department as a whole.

Competitive Benefits

            Health insurance

            Life insurance

            Dental Insurance

            Vision insurance

            Short term disability

            403B- matching retirement

            Generous PTO and 7 paid holidays

Qualification: Physical Therapist Assistant license in state of Iowa or will be applying for license if new grad.

Physical Therapist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including evaluation of functional needs, development of treatment plans, and implementation of therapeutic interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes.


• Practices within established standards of care, hospital policies, and departmental procedures.


• Adjusts treatment plans based on patient response, progress, and reassessment findings.


• Documents evaluations, treatment sessions, goals, and progress in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner, maintaining required orders, prescriptions, and signatures.


• Collaborates and communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to coordinate care.


• Makes appropriate referrals to other rehabilitation disciplines, including Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy, as indicated.


• Directs and utilizes support staff appropriately to support patient care and functional goals.


• Serves as a patient advocate, promoting safety, dignity, and quality outcomes.


• Maintains professional, ethical, and safe behavior at all times.


• Participates in departmental meetings, quality initiatives, and performance improvement activities as assigned.


• Maintains required licensure and completes continuing education in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.


• Attends mandatory education, meetings, and training programs.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities; however, the Physical Therapist may provide guidance, education, and training to support staff or students as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.


• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice, or ability to obtain licensure if a new graduate.

Position Requirements, Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary healthcare team.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Knowledge and skill to address physical and developmental needs of patients receiving services.


• Valid driver license.


• Completion of MVR prior to hire and annually with an Acceptable grading criteria.


• Proof of insurance upon hire and annually for personal vehicles used for company business (recommended minimum of $100,000 for property damage and $300,000 for bodily injury).

Language Skills

• English


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical documentation and professional literature.


• Ability to effectively communicate information to patients, families, staff, and providers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting throughout the workday.


• Frequent use of hands and arms for handling, positioning, grasping, and manipulating equipment and patients.


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required during patient treatment and equipment use.


• Ability to safely position, assist, and transfer patients, with or without assistive devices.


• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, using proper body mechanics and assistance as appropriate.


• Sufficient mobility, strength, coordination, and endurance to provide therapeutic interventions and respond to patient needs.


• Visual acuity sufficient for documentation, patient observation, and equipment operation, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in person and by telephone.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in clinical healthcare settings such as inpatient, outpatient, or other rehabilitation environments.


• May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and other materials typical of patient care settings.


• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, medical equipment, and cleaning agents.


• Noise level is generally moderate.