Occupational Therapist (Full-Time) Iowa Regional Health System - South Central Iowa (Multiple Locations Available) About Us
Our Health System offers a full array of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services for people of all ages. Our skilled and compassionate team provides individualized care using evidence-based therapies, state-of-the-art technology, and a patient-first approach. We are currently seeking Full-time Occupational Therapists to join our growing rehabilitation department across multiple clinic locations.
Why Join Us?
- 1 : 1 patient care with a strong physician referral base
- Ability to specialize in area of Interest : Hand Therapy, lymphedema, home health, pediatrics -outpatient areas of need
- Supportive team environment with over 40 rehab professionals across hospital, outpatient, and home health settings
- Flexible scheduling options with no nights, weekends, or on-call (occasional hospital weekend rotation once per quarter)
- Career growth opportunities : lead therapist, supervisor, or manager roles
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plansProvide therapeutic exercises, hands-on interventions, and use of modalities to improve patient function and mobilityCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team of OTs, PTAs, STs, and support staffMaintain accurate documentation in EMR (Meditech)Treat a diverse caseload, including orthopedic, post-operative, neurological, pediatric, and general physical therapy needsSchedule
Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 am-4 : 30 pm (flexible options available : 8 : 00-5 : 00, 8 : 30-5 : 30, or 4 / 10s)No nights, weekends, or on-call (except for minimal quarterly hospital coverage rotation)Multiple hospital outpatient clinics hiringCompensation & Benefits
Competitive salary : $68,182 - $112,500 annuallySign-on bonus : $5,000Relocation assistanceStudent loan repayment programComprehensive benefits package :Health, Dental, Vision (individual & family plan options)
HSA / FSA, Life / AD&D Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, EAP programRetirement : 401k with employer match and discretionary contributionsMalpractice insurance coveredPTO : Up to 168 hours annually in the first year, plus holidays & 1 personal dayPatient Caseload
8-12 patients per day (30-40 min appointments)Patient mix : 45% general physical therapy, 30% pre / post-op (including total joint replacements), 15% pediatrics, 5% neuro, 5% sports. May change depending on the area of interestQualifications
Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited programCurrent Iowa Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility to obtain)Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skillsCommitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered careCommunity Information- South Central Iowa
40 Minutes to Des Moines, IowaFriendly, welcoming community with a strong sense of local pride and engagementAffordable cost of living with a range of housing options, from historic homes to modern developmentsExcellent schools, youth programs, and family-oriented amenitiesAbundant outdoor recreation : parks, walking / biking trails, lakes, and nearby nature areasVibrant cultural scene with local festivals, community events, and historic landmarksSafe, low-crime environment ideal for families and professionalsJob Reference # : 25979
