CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs·Council Bluffs, Iowa
Assist licensed physical therapists in performing evaluations and implementing individualized plans of care to improve patient physical wellbeing. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and supervise physical therapy technicians while maintaining required documentation and billing standards.
Where You’ll Work At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care.
Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment.
Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Physical Therapy Assistant, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments.
You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.
Assist the licensed physical therapist with patient assessment, care planning, patient treatment and education according to the professional practice guidelines defined by state and professional sources.
Works as a collaborative team member to develop a coordinated care plan that is accountable to achievement of established goals.
Is knowledgeable and completes all required documentation and billing requirements according to established local, state and federal law.
Is responsible for the knowledge and application of measurable quality metrics associated with the area of active practice.
Periodically attends team meetings to discuss/improve program evaluation/quality measures Provides supervision to physical therapy techs according to established local, state and federal guidelines.
Takes responsibility to stay current with evidenced based practice guidelines, stays current with new research introduced and serves as a professional resource to other team members in the area of physical therapy practice.
Job Requirements PTA License in the State of Iowa Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
Candidates must hold a valid PTA License in the State of Iowa. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is also required.
Market context
In Iowa, occupational therapy roles are typically driven by steady demand in hospitals, rehab settings, schools, and home health, where licensed clinicians help patients regain daily function. These positions are competitive because employers look for a valid Iowa OT license, accredited training, CPR certification, and the physical ability to assist with transfers and lift up to 50 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the setting you know best.
