Physical Therapist - Hospital (PRN)

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Cedar Rapids. This role involves providing high-quality patient care through examination, evaluation, and therapeutic interventions for both adult and pediatric patients. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and excellence in rehabilitation practices. With a focus on collaboration and community engagement, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional development.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Short and long-term disability

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Physical Therapist in Iowa.
• Meets educational requirements necessary for obtaining a professional license.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention.
• Participates in interdisciplinary task forces and contributes to program development.

Skills

Critical thinking

Customer/patient focus

Multicultural sensitivity

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Microsoft Office

Education

Professional license in Physical Therapy

Job description

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• Shift: PRN - As Needed - Monday thru Friday Days and Occasional Weekends
• Job ID: 159954
  
  

• Area of Interest: Therapy
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.01
• Department: Physical Therapy
• Shift: PRN - As Needed - Monday thru Friday Days and Occasional Weekends
• Job ID: 159954
  
  

Overview

The staff Physical Therapist is responsible for patient examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic intervention. The staff Physical Therapist practices within the scope of the profession of Physical Therapy for adult and pediatric patients.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
  
  

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interdisciplinary task forces and committees
• Participates in performance improvement activities
• Contributes to program development
• Participates in hospital and department provided inservices and community education
• Participates in development and education of colleagues
• Promotes a greater understanding of rehabilitation and of Physical Therapy in the hospital and community
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development in clinical practice, regulatory and fiscal issues
  
  

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
  
  

Foster Unity

• Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.
• Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.
• Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives.
  
  

Own The Moment

• Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect
• Enthusiastically engage in our work.
• Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.
• Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.
  
  

Champion Excellence

• Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.
• Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.
• Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
  
  

Seize Opportunities

• Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.
• Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.
• Have the courage to challenge the status quo.
  
  

Qualifications

• Meets educational requirements as necessary for obtaining professional license in Physical Therapy
• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Physical Therapist in Iowa.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.
• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
• Multicultural sensitivity.
• Microsoft Office – basic computer skills.
• Customer/patient focused.
• Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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