Occupational Health Physical Therapist

About the role

Are you a self-driven organizer ready to play a pivotal role in a patient’s healing journey? Join Iowa Ortho as a Physical Therapist—the bridge between diagnosis and recovery—and drive patient success within a collaborative team offering 160 hours of PTO, competitive benefits, and real room to grow.

We are seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to join our team at Iowa Ortho and provide high-quality, patient-centered care in the Occupational Medicine capacity. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population while also supporting Occupational Medicine services. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, patient-focused clinician who values clinical excellence, strong communication, and helping patients achieve meaningful functional outcomes. Previous Occupational Medicine experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care based on functional needs and clinical findings.
• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions designed to improve function, mobility, strength, and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Perform specialized evaluations and assessments as indicated.
• Perform Occupational Medicine assessments, as applicable, to evaluate functional abilities, physical tolerances, and ability to safely perform work-related activities.
• Prepare timely and comprehensive documentation and reports related to patient care and FCE findings.
• Communicate evaluation findings and recommendations with patients, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety, and functional goals.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, clinic policies, and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active and unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state of employment.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Occupational Medicine experience preferred.
• Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening and drug screening.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit-sharing, and employee discounts.
• Work-Life Balance: 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
• Growth & Culture: A collaborative team environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Iowa Ortho: At Iowa Ortho, a physician-owned orthopedic center of excellence, we are dedicated to delivering gold-standard healthcare. We foster a supportive, cutting-edge work environment guided by our IMPACT values: Innovation, Motivation, Passion, Accountability, Commitment, and Teamwork.