Physical Therapist (Council Bluffs)

OrthoNebraska; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality, evidence-based musculoskeletal care. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians, PTAs, and staff to optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities include establishing goals, providing therapeutic services, educating patients, and contributing to program growth. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability to diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.
• Strong team orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Flexibility to adapt and educate patients about their treatment needs.
• Problem-solving with patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical PT care and customer service.
• Establish goals and treatment plans with patient, family and healthcare team.
• Provide treatment services to restore, maintain or improve patient functions.
• Promote and advance the hospital’s vision through department initiatives and outreach.
• Develop and enhance the department with growth and program development.
• Promote collaboration with referring physicians.
• Offer clinical instruction to physical therapy and PT assistant students.
• Must be able to collaborate with others with good listening, respectful communication and consensus-building.

Skills

Communication

Instruct & Collaborate

Team-oriented

Multitask

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Job description

Position Summary

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of.

The Physical Therapist the ideal candidate will provide high – quality, evidence-based care to a diverse population with musculoskeletal conditions. This role involves evaluating, diagnosis, and implementing individualized treatment plans to restore function, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. They work closely with the medical team including physicians, physical therapy assistants and ancillary staff to coordinate care for optimal patient outcomes.

Hours/Schedule: 40 / Mon-Fri: 7a - 6p

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.
• Strong team orientation.
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.
• Displays flexibility and adaptability to provide patient education regarding their specific physical therapy treatment needs.
• Ability to problem solve with patients, team and other departments within OrthoNebraska.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver high quality clinical care and customer service Establish goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the patient, family members and healthcare team.
• Provide treatment services to restore, maintain or improve patient functions.
• Promote and advance the hospital’s vision to be the BEST through department initiatives and community outreach.
• Develop and enhance the vision of the department with an emphasis on growth and program development.
• Promote collaboration with referring physicians.
• Offer clinical instruction to physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students.
• Must be able and willing to collaborate with others as demonstrated by good listening skills, honest and respectful communication, and engaging in the process of reaching consensus when making decisions.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.