Physical Therapist

TEEMA; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Physical Therapist at TEEMA will deliver high-quality, patient-centered outpatient rehabilitation in a hospital-based setting, with focus on post-surgical patients and overall functional recovery.

The role emphasizes evaluation and individualized plans, collaboration with physicians and the care team, and commitment to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active state Physical Therapist license.
• CPR certification (BLS required).
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Ability to manage a primarily outpatient caseload with some post-surgical patients.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a hospital-based team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for outpatient and post-surgical patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings.
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Provide post-operative rehabilitation for orthopedic and other surgical patients.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the EMR.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, nursing staff, and the broader healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

EMR proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or MS in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care within a hospital-based outpatient setting, supporting patients across the continuum of care. This role focuses primarily on outpatient rehabilitation while also assisting patients recovering from surgical procedures.

The PT evaluates, develops, and implements individualized treatment plans designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and an interdisciplinary healthcare team in a dynamic hospital environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated clinician who values clinical excellence, teamwork, and meaningful patient outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for outpatient and post-surgical patients
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and functional independence
• Provide post-operative rehabilitation for orthopedic and other surgical patients
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and recovery strategies
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, nursing staff, and the broader healthcare team to coordinate care
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current, active state Physical Therapist license
• CPR certification (BLS required)
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills
• Ability to manage a primarily outpatient caseload with some post-surgical patients
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a hospital-based team
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hospital-based outpatient setting
• Experience working with post-operative orthopedic patients
• Strong manual therapy skills
• Experience with functional outcome measurement tools
• Bilingual abilities (preferred but not required)

Location & Work Type

• On-site position within a hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation department.