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Fort Dodge, Iowa

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health - Fort Dodge/Webster City Area

Physical TherapistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$40/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Location: Webster City - Fort Dodge - Fort Dodge, IA 50501
  • Position Type: Part Time
  • Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Are you a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join Iowa Home Care, where we believe care is best delivered where people feel most comfortable—at home.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will provide skilled in-home therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will help patients improve strength, mobility, safety, and independence while supporting their ability to remain safely in their homes.

You will collaborate closely with nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.

Part-Time Positions Available Benefits of Joining Iowa Home Care Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Paid Mileage or Company-Sponsored Vehicle Employee Assistance Program Excellent 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Wellness Program Continuing Education Opportunities Supportive clinical team environment with strong leadership and dedicated case management Autonomy, professional respect, and opportunities for growth within a trusted, locally owned agency The opportunity to make a real difference by helping Iowans remain safely in the place they love—their home

Duties

Include Provide skilled physical therapy treatments in patients' homes under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and safety Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and functional mobility activities Instruct patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety techniques Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment and progress toward established goals Communicate changes in patient condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team Assist with recommendations regarding adaptive equipment and home safety modifications Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements Collaborate with nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, social workers, and case managers to coordinate care Promote patient independence and quality of life through compassionate, patient-centered care Our Values at Iowa Home Care Professional We set high standards for quality and professionalism in everything we do.

Our clinicians are skilled, well-trained, and committed to delivering care with integrity, respect, and excellence. A-Players We build teams of proactive, dependable, motivated individuals who bring their best every day.

Each team member plays a vital role in achieving the highest standard of care for our patients and families. Dedicated Our commitment runs deep. We go above and beyond to ensure our patients feel safe, supported, and cared for. We value reliability and take pride in serving with consistency and compassion.

Loving Compassion and kindness guide our work. We focus on meaningful connections and creating a supportive environment for every patient. We care for each person with empathy, understanding, and love.

Qualifications

Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of Iowa Current CPR certification Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance Home health experience preferred, but not required Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with the healthcare team

Key Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments in patients' homes under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans that improve patient mobility, safety, and independence.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and hold a current Iowa PTA license. Requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient DocumentationHome Safety AssessmentClinical CommunicationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EducationCare CoordinationAdaptive Equipment Recommendation

Physical Therapist Career Context

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).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Iowa?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $63k (middle half $56k–$78k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingIowa index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Iowa212 active22,040 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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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 Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid Mileage or Company-Sponsored Vehicle
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Living in Fort Dodge

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$148k
Typical market rent
$835/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 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.