Physical Therapist

Career Links; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

CE opportunities

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSAs

Team environment

Job summary

Career Links in Spirit Lake, IA is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join a hospital-based rehabilitation team across inpatient, outpatient, clinic, and home health settings.

The role welcomes new graduates and offers a diverse caseload with a competitive hourly compensation and generous benefits. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and independence for patients across the lifespan.

Qualifications

• DPT or Master's in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Iowa Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Iowa licensure.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations across orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, post-surgical and mobility-related conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized, patient-centered treatment plans based on clinical findings and referrals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and gait training.
• Deliver skilled therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, clinic, and home health settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent work

Education

DPT or Master's in Physical Therapy

Iowa PT license or eligibility

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Hospital-Based Inpatient/Outpatient, Outpatient Clinic & Home Health

Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $38.00-$48.00/hour (DOE)
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply

At Career Links, we connect dedicated healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. Whether you're a therapist, social worker, interpreter, psychologist, educator, or healthcare specialist, we offer meaningful assignments, competitive compensation, and supportive environments where you can grow and succeed.

We take pride in partnering with top-tier healthcare facilities while serving our candidates with understanding, integrity, and professionalism.

We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join a respected rehabilitation team in Spirit Lake, Iowa. This full-time position offers a diverse caseload across hospital inpatient rehabilitation, hospital outpatient services, outpatient clinic services, and home health, providing an excellent opportunity to build a broad range of clinical skills while making a meaningful impact on patients across the lifespan.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients across multiple care settings to restore function, improve mobility, reduce pain, and maximize independence. Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, the PT delivers evidence-based care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, illness, or managing chronic conditions.

Patient populations may include individuals ranging from school-aged children to older adults with orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, and general rehabilitation needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients with orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, post-surgical, and mobility-related conditions
• Develop and implement individualized, patient-centered treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician referrals
• Provide evidence-based interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility training
• Deliver skilled therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, clinic, and home health settings as assigned
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, injury prevention, safety, and lifestyle modifications
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility, payer, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning activities
• Ensure compliance with state licensure requirements, professional standards, and organizational policies

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Iowa Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Iowa licensure
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Preferred

• Experience in outpatient orthopedics, inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, hospital-based rehabilitation, or home health settings
• Familiarity with EMR systems and interdisciplinary healthcare environments

New Graduates Welcome

We encourage motivated new graduates to apply and grow within a supportive, team-oriented clinical environment.

• Competitive compensation: $38.00-$48.00/hour based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement plan options
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Life insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Realistic productivity expectations
• Collaborative clinical team environment

Why Career Links?

At Career Links, we are committed to helping healthcare professionals find meaningful opportunities where they can thrive both personally and professionally. Join a respected rehabilitation team serving the Spirit Lake community through inpatient, outpatient, clinic-based, and home health services while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your Physical Therapy career with Career Links and become part of a team dedicated to clinical excellence, collaboration, and helping patients achieve their highest level of function and independence.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.