Physical Therapy Assistant
- Location
- MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center-West Campus - Mason City, Iowa
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: This individual provides care to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The PTA will implement physical therapy interventions, obtain data, and document results of treatment sessions. This individual will collaborate with a team of experienced therapists to help promote the patient’s personalized goals, while also supporting our organizational mission, values, and actions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- First Line Supervisor x N/A A. Assists physical therapists in performing tests, evaluations, treatment procedures, and job simulation training.
- Exercises responsibility for patient’s personal care and environment throughout treatment.
- Provides patient treatment as outlined by physical therapist’s plan of care.
- Records and reports patient’s progress towards established goals, and data related to care in the patient’s medical record/chart.
- Instructs patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living, safe body mechanics, home exercise programs, and return to work precautions according to plan of care.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education:
• Completion of a two-year college program leading to Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant 2 Compliance with the State of Iowa Physical Therapy Association Rules and Regulations concerning licensure
- Completion of a two-year college program leading to Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant 2 Compliance with the State of Iowa Physical Therapy Association Rules and Regulations concerning licensure
• One year experience in acute setting preferred.
- One year experience in acute setting preferred.
- Ability to communicate with patient and instruct them in exercise programs.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From IA_MOQUAD01 Genesis Health System's careers page (Workday), checked 1 Nov 2026.
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Posted 30 Oct 2026 · checked 1 Nov 2026 · Report this job