Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - ARU

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Ames, Iowa
  • Full Time

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters

At Mary Greeley Medical Center ARU, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role:

  • Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.

  • Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.

  • Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary.

  • Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.

  • Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

  • Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

  • Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.

  • Current BLS/CPR.

EEOC Statement

"Mary Greeley Medical Center ARU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mary Greeley Medical Center ARU is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Job ID: 483782780
Originally Posted on: 7/2/2025

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