Physical Therapist 50 Line, Medical Center University
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist to administer treatment to patients with complex physical dysfunctions disorders and/or injuries and or evaluate and interpret findings. This position will work with a variety of patients with a wide range of dysfunctions in an inpatient critical care ICU setting at the Medical Center University Campus in Iowa City.
Duties to include:
Provide quality patient care evaluation assessment and treatment appropriate for patients needs.
Evaluate and instruct patients in appropriate treatment plans to achieve treatment goals.
Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommends opportunities for improvement in service quality.
Review patient progress and update plan as necessary.
Document and present all related patient information.
Recommend patient referrals when necessary.
Attend and participate in educational programs and provides educational experiences as assigned.
Orient and instruct students within established guidelines.
Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff students and the public.
Additional tasks/responsibilities as needed/assigned.
About:
University of Iowa Healthcare recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 18000 employees students and volunteers work together to provide safe quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.
On Campus: This position is performed fully on the campus of the University Medical Center.
This position is: Part-time 50%.
Work Schedule: Assigned schedule/hours would be one weekend a month (Saturday and Sunday 8-hour days) and every Thursday and Friday 8-hour days. This is also a float position. Coverage would be assigned by manager based on departmental needs.
Fringe benefit package includes paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
Required Qualifications:
A minimum of a bachelors degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy is required.
Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required.
Entry level experience in Physical Therapy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Desirable Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience in Physical Therapy.
1-3 years of experience in critical care/ICU Coverage.
Demonstrates leadership abilities.
Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.
(The department intends to hire for one position from either Physical Therapist requisition or Senior Physical Therapist requisition based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.)
Position and Application Details:
To be considered for an interview applicants must upload both of the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission. Please indicate in your cover letter which of the two work schedules aligns better for you.
Resume
Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions please contact Matt Hackler HR Generalist at This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
Additional Information:
Classification Title: Physical Therapist
Appointment Type: SEIU
Schedule: Full-time
Compensation:
Pay Level: 06
Pay Plan: SEIU Pay Plan University Human Resources - The University of Iowa
Contact Information:
Organization: Rehabilitation Therapies Medical Center University Campus
Contact Name: Matthew Hackler
Contact Email:
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
