PRN Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehab

UnityPoint Health; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Iowa is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across multiple care settings, developing individualized plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes evidence-based care, clinical expertise, and compassionate support to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.

The position requires a licensed PT in Iowa, BCLS, and mandatory trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for applicants graduating from an accredited Physical Therapy Program prior to 2005.
• Master’s Degree required for applicants graduating from an accredited Physical Therapy program between 2005 and 2019.
• Clinical Doctorate (not PhD) required for applicants graduating from an accredited Physical Therapy Program between 2020 to present.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in state(s) of practice required.
• IA Licensed Physical Therapist through the Iowa Department Health and Human Services (IADHHS).
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
• IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required.
• IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required.
• Prior work as a Physical Therapist in practice area preferred.
• Recent Graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Make a meaningful impact by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients across a variety of care settings.
• You’ll develop individualized treatment plans, establish functional goals, provide evidence-based interventions, educate patients and families, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and billing, coordinate care with providers and community resources, participate in care conferences, and ensure compliance with regulatory and payer requirements.
• Help shape a culture of excellence by supporting quality improvement initiatives, maintaining clinical competency, promoting patient safety, contributing to program development, and partnering with leadership to enhance the patient experience and operational performance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (accredited Physical Therapy Program)

Master’s Degree (accredited Physical Therapy program)

Clinical Doctorate (PT)

Licensed Physical Therapist (IA)

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training

IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Iowa is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across multiple care settings, developing individualized plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes evidence-based care, clinical expertise, and compassionate support to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.

The position requires a licensed PT in Iowa, BCLS, and mandatory trainings.