Physical Therapist

Athletico Physical Therapy; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Continuing Education Allowance

Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Athletico Physical Therapy in Iowa City, IA is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to enhance patient health and quality of life. The role offers flexible hours, including a 4-day workweek option, and may provide a sign-on bonus and student loan repayment assistance. Applicants should have a degree from an accredited program and current professional licensure. Exceptional patient care is expected, with numerous competitive benefits including paid CEUs, medical coverage, and various forms of insurance.

Qualifications

• Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible in Iowa.
• Must have current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Enhance patient health and quality of life through therapy.
• Maintain state licenses and compliance standards.

Skills

Physical therapy expertise

CPR Certification

Professional licensure

Education

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program

Job description

Position Overview

Flexible Hours Available - 4 Day Workweek Option!

This Position may be Eligible for a Sign On Bonus!

Student Loan Repayment Available!

Our Physical Therapist’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life.

Unique and Competitive Benefits

• New for 2026!Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
• Strategic Mentorship programs
• Leadership programs
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
• 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
• Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)

Additional Benefits

• Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment)
• HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• Progyny Fertility Benefit
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Buy-Up Option
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement
• KinderCare Discount
• Legal & Credit Monitoring
• Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)
• 17 days PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire)
• 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly
• 5 CEU PTO Days
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
• Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Information

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage

USD $73,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary/Wage

USD $100,000.00 Yr.