UnityPoint Health·Grinnell, Iowa
The Physical Therapist evaluates patients with movement-related impairments to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. They are also responsible for accurate clinical documentation, billing, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to restore patient function.
Overview The Physical Therapist is responsible for examining, evaluating, and testing patients/clients with mechanical, physiological and developmental impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities or other health and movement-related conditions to determine a diagnosis, prognosis and plan of treatment intervention, and to assess the ongoing effects of intervention in accordance with the scope of the profession, the State Practice Act, Licensure and policies of UnityPoint Health.
The Physical Therapist is responsible for accurate documentation and billing as well as maintaining communication with referring providers and teammates, as ethically appropriate, to develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care best suited for the environment in which care is provided. (ie: acute hospital, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient, in the home, etc.) Why UnityPoint Health?
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Graduated from an accredited program in respective field.Experience:
Experience in specialty area preferred.License(s)/Certification(s):
Current Iowa license as an PT.
Current BLS (CPR).
Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited program and hold a current Iowa PT license and BLS certification. Experience in a specialty area is preferred, along with a valid driver's license.
Market context
In Iowa, occupational therapy roles are typically driven by steady demand in hospitals, rehab settings, schools, and home health, where licensed clinicians help patients regain daily function. These positions are competitive because employers look for a valid Iowa OT license, accredited training, CPR certification, and the physical ability to assist with transfers and lift up to 50 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the setting you know best.