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Occupational Therapist

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

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
• 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 interest

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

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

About the Area - 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 #: OT 25979

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