Occupational Health Physical Therapist

Iowa Orthopedic Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing

Employee discounts

PTO 160 hours + holidays

Job summary

Iowa Ortho in Iowa is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team, delivering patient-centered care and bridging diagnosis to recovery within an occupational medicine context.

You will evaluate patients, design personalized plans, and collaborate with therapists and physicians while benefiting from 160 hours of PTO, competitive benefits, and ongoing professional growth opportunities in a physician-owned practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of employment.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Occupational Medicine experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care based on functional needs and clinical findings.
• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions designed to improve function, mobility, strength, and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Perform specialized evaluations and assessments as indicated.
• Perform Occupational Medicine assessments to evaluate functional abilities and work-related activities.
• Prepare timely and comprehensive documentation and reports related to patient care and FCE findings.
• Communicate evaluation findings and recommendations with patients, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety, and functional goals.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, clinic policies, and safety procedures.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Decision making

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctoral in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description

Are you a self-driven organizer ready to play a pivotal role in a patient’s healing journey? Join Iowa Ortho as a Physical Therapist—the bridge between diagnosis and recovery—and drive patient success within a collaborative team offering 160 hours of PTO, competitive benefits, and real room to grow.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to join our team at Iowa Ortho and provide high-quality, patient-centered care in the Occupational Medicine capacity. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population while also supporting Occupational Medicine services.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, patient-focused clinician who values clinical excellence, strong communication, and helping patients achieve meaningful functional outcomes. Previous Occupational Medicine experience is preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care based on functional needs and clinical findings.
• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions designed to improve function, mobility, strength, and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Perform specialized evaluations and assessments as indicated.
• Perform Occupational Medicine assessments, as applicable, to evaluate functional abilities, physical tolerances, and ability to safely perform work-related activities.
• Prepare timely and comprehensive documentation and reports related to patient care and FCE findings.
• Communicate evaluation findings and recommendations with patients, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety, and functional goals.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, clinic policies, and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active and unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state of employment.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Occupational Medicine experience preferred.Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening and drug screening.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit-sharing, and employee discounts.
• Work-Life Balance: 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
• Growth & Culture: A collaborative team environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Iowa Ortho

At Iowa Ortho, a physician-owned orthopedic center of excellence, we are dedicated to delivering gold-standard healthcare. We foster a supportive, cutting-edge work environment guided by our IMPACT values: Innovation, Motivation, Passion, Accountability, Commitment, and Teamwork.

*Please note our first point of contact may be by email. Please check your spam folder, as unknown senders sometimes wind up in spam or junk.

*Iowa Ortho is a privately held medical practice. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment at Iowa Ortho will be required to complete a criminal background check, education verification, reference checks, and an initial TB test.

*Iowa Ortho is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Iowa Ortho is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.