Physical Therapist
UnityPoint Health
Summary
As a Physical Therapist, you'll deliver advanced, compassionate therapy to patients across the lifespan—from the tiniest neonates to complex adult cases—in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Perform Physical Therapy evaluation and development of the plan of care appropriate for each patient based on the patient's physical, mental, emotional, and developmental impairments and functional limitations
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay current with best practices in physical therapy
- Provide Physical Therapy interventions in accordance with established standards of care, policies, procedures, and state/federal law
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehab Aides
- Complete appropriate documentation for Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant students as assigned by CCCE
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Participate in patient care conferences/staffing as appropriate for multidisciplinary patients
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program prior to 2005
- Master's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program between 2005-2019
- Clinical Doctorate from an accredited Physical Therapy program 2020-Present
- UnityPoint at Home requires one (1) year of experience
- Prior work as a Physical Therapist in practice area preferred
- Recent Graduates will be considered
- Licensed Physical Therapist in state(s) of practice required
- Basic Life Support (BCLS) required
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program prior to 2005, or Master's degree between 2005-2019, or Clinical Doctorate 2020-Present
- Licensed Physical Therapist in state(s) of practice required
- Basic Life Support (BCLS) required
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- UnityPoint at Home requires one (1) year of experience
- Prior work as a Physical Therapist in practice area preferred
- Recent Graduates will be considered
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Recognition Program
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.