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The Medicus FirmDes Moines, IA, US

4 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

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 carewith a strong physician referral base
Ability to specialize in area of Interest : Hand Therapy, lymphedema, home health, pediatrics -outpatient areas of need
Supportive team environmentwith over 40 rehab professionals across hospital, outpatient, and home health settings
Flexible scheduling optionswith 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

MondayFriday, 8 : 00 am4 : 30 pm (flexible options available : 8 : 005 : 00, 8 : 305 : 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

812 patients per day (3040 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

Masters 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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