Pays $37.5-$62/hr — Physical Therapist market median is ~$73k (6 jobs)
Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing - PRN
About the Role
PRN Physical Therapist in skilled nursing. Day shift. West Union, IA.
Join Sanford Health as a Physical Therapist – Skilled Nursing, PRN in West Union, Iowa, United States. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $37.50 - $62/hour.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Sanford Health in West Union, Iowa, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will plan, organize, and deliver physical therapy programs to help patients recover mobility, relieve pain, and increase strength. They are also responsible for conducting evaluations, documenting patient progress, and educating families on treatment plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold the appropriate education level and a valid state license as a Physical Therapist. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within the first 60 days of employment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 45% have no call, 45% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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