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Occupational Therapist | Iowa | Outpatient

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 plans
  • Provide therapeutic exercises, hands-on interventions, and use of modalities to improve patient function and mobility
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of OTs, PTAs, STs, and support staff
  • Maintain accurate documentation in EMR (Meditech)
  • Treat a diverse caseload, including orthopedic, post-operative, neurological, pediatric, and general physical therapy needs

Schedule

  • 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 hiring

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $68,182 - $112,500 annually
  • Sign-on bonus: $5,000
  • Relocation assistance
  • Student loan repayment program
  • Comprehensive benefits package:
    • Health, Dental, Vision (individual & family plan options)
    • HSA/FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, EAP program
    • Retirement: 401k with employer match and discretionary contributions
    • Malpractice insurance covered
    • PTO: Up to 168 hours annually in the first year, plus holidays & 1 personal day

Patient 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 area of interest

Qualifications

  • Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Current Iowa Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care


Community Information- South Central Iowa

  • 40 Minutes to Des Moines, Iowa
  • Friendly, welcoming community with a strong sense of local pride and engagement
  • Affordable cost of living with a range of housing options, from historic homes to modern developments
  • Excellent schools, youth programs, and family-oriented amenities
  • Abundant outdoor recreation: parks, walking/biking trails, lakes, and nearby nature areas
  • Vibrant cultural scene with local festivals, community events, and historic landmarks
  • Safe, low-crime environment ideal for families and professionals


Job Reference #: 25977

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