Part-time Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$50-$65/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Bethany Lutheran Home - Council Bluffs, IA 51503Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $50.00 - $65.00 HourlyJoin Our Team at Bethany Lutheran Health Services in Council Bluffs, IA! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist (PT) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Bethany Lutheran Health Services in Council Bluffs, IA, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Part-time Physical Therapist.
About Us
Bethany Lutheran Health Services in Council Bluffs, IA is a vibrant and welcoming senior living community that provides personalized care and exceptional services to its residents.
Our facility offers a range of amenities, including therapy programs and fitness classes, to support the physical and mental well-being of our residents.
As a therapist at Bethany Lutheran, you will have the opportunity to work with a compassionate and dedicated team of healthcare professionals, while making a positive impact in the lives of our residents.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Qualifications
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist shall screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, discharge plan, and make revisions in any established plan of care as supervised by the physician.
Qualifications
Bachelor's, Master’s or Doctorate degree in physical therapy from an accredited program. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
Ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist is responsible for screening, evaluating, and creating discharge plans for residents under physician supervision. They will also supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and ensure the application of clinical programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in physical therapy from an accredited program. An active state license and the ability to supervise therapy assistants are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
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, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Part-time Physical Therapist at Functional Pathways a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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