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Physical Therapist | Staff-Senior | Acute Care | Medical Center University | 50%25

University of Iowa·Iowa City, Iowa

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Evaluate and treat patients with complex physical dysfunctions and injuries within an inpatient critical care setting. Senior therapists additionally serve as clinical resources providing mentorship and guidance within the unit.

Senior Physical Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies seeks a Senior Physical Therapist to join our collaborative team at the Medical Center University Campus.

In this role, you will lead innovative, patient-centered care for individuals facing complex challenges, focusing on helping hospitalized patients recover from injuries, manage their pain and facilitate a safe discharge.

We are seeking a motivated clinician who is passionate about leading patient outcomes and contributing to a collaborative, results-driven environment.

Ready to elevate your career in a dynamic Inpatient setting?

Apply today and join the #1 hospital in Iowa.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients!

Physical Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care Join the Department of Rehabilitation Therapies as a Physical Therapist at our Medical Center University Campus!

In this role, you will deliver care for patients with complex challenges, focusing on helping hospitalized patients recover from injuries, manage their pain, and facilitate a safe discharge.

Entry-level applicants are highly encouraged to apply, with excellent opportunities for mentorship and continuing education.

We are seeking a motivated early-career clinician who is eager to launch their career by improving patient outcomes and thriving in a results-driven environment.

Work with a supportive Inpatient team in an academic medical setting and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients – apply today!

About Iowa Health Care University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center.

Each day more than 18,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients.

Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine.

Changing Lives. ® · On Campus: This position is performed fully on the campus of the University Medical Center. · This position is Part-time, 50%25. · Work Schedule: Falls between 8:00am – 5:00pm. · Fringe benefit package includes paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

Qualifications

| Senior Physical Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care Required Qualifications: · A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy is required. · Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required. · 2+ years of experience in Physical Therapy is necessary, with a high degree of understanding and skill in one or more areas of assigned responsibility. · Demonstrated skills in clinical education abilities. · Demonstrates leadership abilities. · Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Desirable Qualifications: · 3+ years of experience as a Physical Therapist. · 3+ years of experience in one or more areas of assigned responsibility. · Ability to practice in an autonomous manner. · Demonstrated effectiveness and efficiency in provision of patient care. · Demonstrated effort to enhance one’s own knowledge, skills, and abilities. · Demonstrated program/service development or quality improvement projects. Qualifications | Physical Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care Required Qualifications: · A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy is required. · Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required. · Entry level experience in Physical Therapy, with proven education in one or more areas of assigned responsibility. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Desirable Qualifications: · 1-3 years of experience in Physical Therapy. · 1-3 years of experience in one or more assigned areas of responsibility. · Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team. Additional Details Application Information: To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload both of the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are applying for the Staff or Senior Position. · Resume · Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later stage in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Matt Hackler, HR Generalist at mhackler@uiowa.edu. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization. Classification Information: · Classification Title: Physical Therapist | Senior Physical Therapist · Appointment Type: SEIU · Schedule: Full-time Compensation Information: · Pay Level: 06 | 08. · Pay Plan: SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa Contact Information: · Organization: Rehabilitation Therapies, Medical Center University Campus · Contact Name: Matthew Hackler · Contact Email: mhackler@uiowa.edu

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and licensure from the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy. Experience requirements range from entry-level for Staff therapists to 2+ years for Senior therapists.

  • bachelor degree
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Critical Care
  • Physical Therapy
  • Clinical Education
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Clinical Mentorship
  • ICU Coverage

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick Leave
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Retirement Plans

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Posted
Jun 10, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

University of Iowa

Our WE CARE Values Welcoming: We have an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, promotes dignity, and allows all to thrive in health, work, research, and education. Excellence: We achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeEducational
Size10,001+ employees
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