Physical Therapist

Cor Healthcare Partners; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbrook Rehabilitation Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. The role focuses on subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing, helping residents regain strength, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. The ideal candidate should hold a Doctorate or Master’s in Physical Therapy, possess Iowa licensure or eligibility, and have CPR/BLS

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for Iowa Physical Therapist license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical, functional, and mobility needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and resident goals.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services to improve strength, balance, coordination, and mobility.
• Assist residents recovering from surgery, illness, and other conditions.
• Provide gait, transfer, balance, therapeutic exercise, and functional mobility training.
• Educate residents and staff on mobility and safety.
• Complete timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Doctorate or Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Northbrook Rehabilitation Center – Cedar Rapids, IA

6420 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Northbrook Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, motivated PT who enjoys working with adults in a subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing environment and is passionate about helping residents regain strength, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Why Join Our Team?

• In-house rehabilitation team
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Subacute rehabilitation-focused caseload
• Opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with nursing, therapy, dietary, and medical staff
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident outcomes
• Professional growth and continued clinical development

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical, functional, and mobility needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and resident goals.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services to improve strength, balance, coordination, endurance, mobility, and functional independence.
• Treat residents recovering from surgery, illness, injury, stroke, falls, fractures, neurological conditions, and other medical conditions.
• Provide gait, transfer, balance, therapeutic exercise, and functional mobility training.
• Recommend appropriate assistive devices and educate residents on their safe use.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff regarding mobility, safety, positioning, and fall prevention.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Communicate changes in resident condition and treatment recommendations to appropriate team members.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Follow applicable professional, state, federal, and facility requirements.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Iowa Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Iowa licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS certification, as required.
• Experience in skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, acute care, or another medically based setting is preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach to care.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a patient-centered and clinically skilled Physical Therapist who enjoys helping adults achieve meaningful functional improvements. You should be comfortable working with a diverse rehabilitation caseload, collaborating with nursing and other therapy disciplines, and developing practical treatment strategies that help residents safely return to their highest level of function.

Position

Physical Therapist – In-House Subacute Rehabilitation

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA