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Iowa Home Care
Marshalltown, Iowa

Physical Therapist | Home-Based Care | Marshalltown Area

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$50/hr

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Marshalltown Office - Marshalltown, IA, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $40.00 - $50.00Hourly, Do you want a Physical Therapy position where you can focus on the patient instead of rushing from one setting to the next?

Iowa Home Care is seeking a Physical Therapist to serve patients throughout the Marshalltown area. Our home-based therapists help patients work toward greater mobility, function, and independence without having to leave their homes.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop one-on-one relationships with patients and caregivers while creating therapy plans that are tailored to the patient's goals and daily environment.

This position is ideal for a PT who enjoys clinical independence, meaningful patient interaction, and being part of a team that truly supports its clinicians.

Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available What You Can Expect at Iowa Home Care We believe our clinicians should have the tools, flexibility, and support needed to provide excellent care.

Our benefits include: Flexible scheduling Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Flexible spending account Paid mileage or company-sponsored vehicle Employee Assistance Program 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and paid holidays Employee wellness program Continuing education and professional development opportunities Clinical leadership and dedicated case management support An environment that encourages autonomy and professional growth The opportunity to make a direct impact by helping Iowa residents remain safely and independently in their homes What You'll Be Responsible For Your clinical expertise will help patients overcome functional challenges and make progress toward their individual goals.

Responsibilities Include

Complete physical therapy assessments and evaluations in the patient's home Identify limitations involving strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, gait, and functional mobility Establish individualized treatment goals and plans of care Provide therapeutic exercise and functional training based on patient needs Perform gait, balance, transfer, mobility, and strengthening interventions Teach patients and caregivers techniques that support continued progress between visits Develop appropriate home exercise programs Evaluate the patient's home environment and recommend equipment or modifications when indicated Reassess patients regularly and modify treatment approaches based on their response to therapy Maintain accurate clinical records and complete documentation within required timeframes Report significant changes or concerns to the appropriate members of the care team Coordinate services with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work, and case management Encourage safe participation in daily activities and promote the highest practical level of independence Provide care that respects each patient's preferences, abilities, and individual circumstances What Makes Iowa Home Care Different?

Your Clinical Judgment Matters Our therapists have the opportunity to use their professional expertise and make thoughtful decisions based on the individual needs of each patient. Care That Fits the Patient Instead of treating everyone in the same environment, you’ll see patients where they actually live.

This allows you to address real-world barriers to mobility, safety, and independence. A Team Behind You Home health may be delivered one-on-one, but you are never truly working alone. Our clinical team communicates and collaborates to keep patient care coordinated.

A Culture of Caring We look for people who take pride in their work, treat others with respect, and genuinely care about the patients and families they serve. Room to Grow We encourage continued learning and professional development and want our clinicians to build long-term careers with Iowa Home Care.

Make a Difference From the Patient's Front Door If you’re ready for a Physical Therapy role where your work can directly improve a patient's ability to move, function, and live safely at home, we’d love to have you join the Iowa Home Care team.

Qualifications

Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Iowa. Minimum of two years of experience in physical therapy; community/home health experience preferred. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will conduct home-based assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to improve patient mobility, strength, and independence. They will coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and provide therapeutic interventions directly in the patient's home environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Iowa and possess at least two years of experience. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required for travel to patient homes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningGait trainingBalance trainingHome health careClinical documentationCare coordinationPatient educationOrganizational skills

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 48 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 79% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,485 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Marshalltown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$182k
Typical market rent
$1,024/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Iowa Home Care

Hospitals and Health Care
West Des Moines, IA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Scheduling
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Mileage or Company-Sponsored Vehicle
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays