Physical Therapist Des Moines University

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of others through hands-on care, education, and community engagement? Join our dynamic team at the Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic , where this position offers the opportunity to practice physical therapy at our 3200 Grand Avenue location in a supportive, patient-focused outpatient setting. Youll provide direct care to individuals with physical impairments and functional limitations, perform comprehensive evaluations, and develop personalized treatment plans that drive meaningful outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring specialized experience and training in pelvic health physical therapy , enriching our clinics services and enhancing patient care. In addition to clinical responsibilities, youll serve as a preceptor for DMU students and job shadowing participants, while also helping educate patients, families, and the community on the importance and impact of the physical therapy profession.

What youll do:

• Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice and is responsible for working within the Iowa Physical Therapy Practice Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other legal mandates.
• Provides quality care by completing, assessing and interpreting evaluation and test results and implementing a physical therapy treatment plan to meet the patients goals and needs.
• Evaluate, record, and report on patients' progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team in accordance with Medicare and DMU documentation guidelines.
• Perform administrative duties including marketing/networking with stakeholders of PT services, annual peer chart reviews and quality improvement activities.
• Attend and lead in-service education and clinic activities as directed by the clinic manager and Clinic Administration.
• Provide clinical educational opportunities for students of physical therapy, podiatric medicine, and osteopathic medicine and job shadows for healthcare professionals.

What we are looking for:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited physical therapist program, plus 3 years of experience in an outpatient or sports therapy setting preferred.
• Must have served as a clinical instructor to physical therapy students.
• Able to safely lift, push, pull and carry objects and patients as associated with patient care. Must be able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, squatting, bending and twisting as associated with patient care. Ability to safely lift and physically manipulate patients.
• Able to perform diagnostic tests and evaluations for physical therapy patients. Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of related therapy facilities and equipment needed. Must have the ability to instruct physical therapy patients in the use of equipment.
• Must be licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state of Iowa.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our communitys quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment .

Department: Physical Therapy - Clinic

Status: Exempt