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Physical Therapist

UnityPoint Health·Des Moines, Iowa

OtherOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Physical Therapist

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 75 similar openings in the Des Moines area · median $66,250

About the role

The physical therapist evaluates patients with functional limitations and develops individualized treatment plans to restore movement and reduce pain. They also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide quality care and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Overview Make a Difference Through Movement Coordinates the physical therapy plan following completion of the assessment as defined by Iowa Licensure requirements. Provides and delegates clinical rehabilitation services to improve and maintain function, focusing on gait training, mobility, range of motion, pain control, strengthening, balance and coordination activities. Acts as a resource to the interdisciplinary team, applying skills of the profession to improve outcomes of persons served. Actions are team oriented to successfully provide quality care and a high level of satisfaction for persons served through evidence - based practice.

Schedule

  • Tuesday-Saturday: 8am - 4:30pm 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

Clinical Excellence: Evaluates individuals who have medical problems or other health related conditions that limit their abilities to move and/or perform functional activities in their daily lives. Develops, implements, and delegates treatment plan with individualized goals to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Monitors response of persons served during therapeutic interventions. Supports evidence - based practices. Communicates and collaborates the plan of treatment with persons served, families, and the interdisciplinary team. Displays creativity and innovation in the delivery of services. Timely and accurate documentation and billing according to regulatory and third party requirements. Documentation and billing for services exhibit an understanding of requirements and ethical practice. Manages resources to maintain efficient and effective operations. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and maximize patient experience. Professionalism and Personal Development: Demonstrates professionalism and personal growth in daily actions. Promotes professional rehabilitation objectives among interdisciplinary team members. Consistently utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area). Participates in process improvement for enhancement of care delivery and clinical excellence. Fosters professional relationships that offer opportunities for enhanced patient access and care delivery. Exhibits flexibility with assignments including hours of operation to meet business and customer needs. Exhibits willingness to accept and learn new skills.

Qualifications

Education: Graduated from an accredited program in respective field.

Experience

  • Experience in specialty area preferred.
  • License(s)/Certification(s): Current Iowa license as a PT. Current BLS (CPR). Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited physical therapy program and hold a current Iowa license as a PT. A current BLS (CPR) certification and a valid driver's license are also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Treatment planning
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Strengthening
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient evaluation
  • Gait training
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Medical billing
  • Balance training
  • Physical therapy
  • Mobility training
  • Clinical rehabilitation
  • Pain control
  • Coordination activities

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • 401k matching
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Daily pay
  • Employee recognition program

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Des Moines, Iowa
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Closes
Aug 5, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Market context

Iowa Physical Therapist market context

Physical therapist roles in Iowa are typically driven by steady demand across hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and rehab settings, with employers looking for candidates who can communicate clearly and handle physically demanding patient care. These positions can be competitive because licensure status, hands-on clinical readiness, and strong interpersonal skills all matter, while benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off can help a posting stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your Iowa license status and readiness for physical work before applying.

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