Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant

Blue Stone Therapy

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Laurens, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The therapist will evaluate and treat adult and geriatric patients by developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation programs. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Key requirements include graduation from an accredited program and a current PT or PTA license (or eligibility) in the applicable state. Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills are also important.

Job Description

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.

Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Laurens, IA

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Laurens Care Center in Laurens, IA.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapist is responsible for patient assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs designed to improve gait, balance, mobility, strength, range of motion, pain management, and overall functional independence.

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This position will serve multiple partner communities, including Fonda Specialty Care and Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy, with travel between locations as needed.

What You’ll Do – These will be different based on the position

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting

• Perform patient evaluations and develop plans of care (PT) or implement treatment programs under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist (PTA)

• Deliver therapy focused on gait training, balance, mobility, strength, range of motion, endurance, and pain management

• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust interventions in collaboration with the therapy team

• Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines

• Complete timely and accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

Requirements

What You Bring – These will be different based on the position

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant program

• Current PT or PTA license (or eligibility for licensure) in the applicable state

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills

• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards

Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

  

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Blue Stone Therapy

The leading specialist in SNF therapy services is here. We are experts in the business of skilled therapy services. Our management team has the knowledge and tools to expand, guide and support your therapy team/business to a more productive and profitable level, affording your staff increased time to better focus on other strategic initiatives and systems management. Our goal is to work in close communication with our customers, integrating our programs with your business model, for the best customer service and marketing advantage possible. We’d like to discuss how we can work together to develop a strong, financially profitable therapy component within your healthcare organization and maximize your potential as a proven leader in your community. Our purpose: Building strength to enhance lives.
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