You will assess clients in their homes to develop and deliver personalized physical therapy treatment plans aimed at improving mobility and independence. You will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic care and educate caregivers on safe practices.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a current license to practice in the state of Iowa. Additionally, a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and Basic Life Support certification are required.
As a Physical Therapist, you’ll make a direct and meaningful impact on the health, comfort, and daily experience of those we serve. You’ll work one‑on‑one with clients in their homes, helping them regain mobility, improve strength, and maintain independence in the place that matters most.
Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist with Wesleylife At Home
Empower clients through personalized care.
Assess clients in their homes and develop individualized treatment plans that support mobility, safety, and functional goals.
Deliver one‑on‑one therapy, using tailored exercises, manual interventions, gait training, and evidence‑based techniques.
Educate & support clients and caregivers how to safely navigate daily activities, manage pain, and make simple home modifications that support independence.
Collaborate & communicate with interdisciplinary team to ensure care is coordinated, holistic, and aligned with the client’s goals.
Monitor progress and adjust plans as needs evolve, ensuring clients receive high‑quality, responsive support.
Assess patients at home and create personalized treatment plans to improve mobility and function.
Deliver tailored therapy including exercises, manual techniques, and gait training.
Educate patients and caregivers on safe practices, pain management, and home modifications.
Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated and continuous care.
Communicate progress and adjust plans based on patient needs and team input.
Qualifications
Valid Iowa driver’s license.
Current auto insurance.
Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Iowa
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Doctor of physical therapy degree from a physical therapist education program.
What We Offer
We now have AI Auto-Charting technology! This technology within our EMR allows for limited manual entry and reduces administrative work time leading to a better work life balance for our PTs
BONUS: A $5,000 dollar sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Health care
Mileage reimbursement
Critical illness coverage
Sign-on bonus
Accident insurance
DailyPay access
Educational discounts
Scholarship assistance
Wellness center memberships
Mileage reimbursement at 58.5 cents per mile
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
WesleyLife Hospice provides services in-home and elsewhere; wherever we’re needed, we extend the personalized patient- and family-centered care we’re known for. We believe hospice is not about the end of life, but about encouraging patients to live life on their terms. WesleyLife Hospice comes to patients wherever they call home — their house or apartment, WesleyLife- or non-WesleyLife-affiliated senior living community, a health center, or a hospital. We are honored to serve residents in Boone, Dallas, Hamilton, Jasper, Marion, Polk, Story, and Warren counties in Iowa.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
WesleyLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. 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.
As part of your pre-hire screening process you will be required to complete a pre-hire background check, health assessment and 4 panel drug screen.
