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 seekingFull-time Occupational Therapiststo 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
