PT Jobs in Iowa

A Physical Therapist (PT) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by helping alleviate pain and improve mobility for patients with injuries or chronic conditions. They develop tailored treatment plans, utilizing techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and patient education to help restore function, improve mobility, and prevent or limit physical disabilities. They also evaluate patients' progress and adjust treatments as necessary to ensure optimal recovery. PTs work in diverse environments, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, patients' homes, schools, and sports and fitness facilities.

To excel in this role, a PT should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, high levels of physical stamina, and a keen problem-solving ability. Aside from a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, they are required to have a state-specific license to practice. Additional certifications, like the Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) or Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS), can further enhance their expertise. Before becoming a PT, a person could be a Physical Therapist Assistant, providing treatment under the supervision of a PT, or a Rehabilitation Aide, assisting with patient care and clinic operations. Some may start their careers as Athletic Trainers, working with athletes to prevent and treat sports-related injuries.

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Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 12 days ago

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where youll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location....

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Physical Therapist

  • The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute
  • Tipton, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Tipton, IA
  • 18 days ago

Be the Physical Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be Your journey involves: Providing direct inpatient care to patients in need of physical therapy....

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Physical Therapist (PT), Acute Rehabilitation

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 15 days ago

How you'll contribute A Physical Therapist who excels in this role: Conducts physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans....

In Person Full Time

Full-time Physical Therapist Clive

  • Trinity Health
  • Clive, IA
  • moments ago
  • Clive, IA
  • moments ago

Join the MercyOne Team as a full-time Physical Therapist at our Clive Physical Therapy location. Our focus is quality-comprehensive treatment to achieve the most optimal outcome....

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Physical Therapist

  • UnityPoint Health
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 hours ago

Utilization of appropriate Physical Therapy Interventions to produce expected outcomes....

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Physical Therapist

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago

We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist....

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Travel Physical Therapist (PT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Cedar Rapids, Iowa Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel...

In Person Part Time

Travel Physical Therapist

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago

A physical therapist uses a combination of exercises, stretches, hands-on techniques and equipment to restore function or relieve pain....

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Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient - 8 Hrs

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Physical Therapist (PT) licensure in the state...

In Person Part Time

Travel Allied-Physical Therapist, Acute Care

  • StaffDNA
  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • 9 hours ago

Physical Therapist - Acute Care We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our acute care team....

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Physical Therapist Home Visits

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 hours ago

As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you will: Plan and administer prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients, working onsite in their homes, to attain highest level of physical function....

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Physical Therapist Adults - Altoona

  • UnityPoint Health
  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Coordinates the physical therapy plan following completion of the assessment as defined by Iowa Licensure requirements....

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Physical Therapist - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • State Center, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • State Center, IA
  • 1 day ago

We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist....

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Physical Therapist

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 2 days ago

Description: As a Physical Therapist, you?ll work closely with patients to improve their movement and manage pain....

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Travel Allied-Physical Therapist, Outpatient

  • StaffDNA
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 2 days ago

Physical Therapist - Outpatient If you are passionate about helping patients improve mobility and regain independence, consider joining our outpatient team as a Physical Therapist....

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Salary for PT Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for PT positions.



Highest Education Level

PTs in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
Doctorate Degree
21.7%
Master's Degree
21.3%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
High School or GED
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by PTs in Iowa
Less than 1 year
45.2%
None
30.4%
1-2 years
23.3%
2-4 years
0.6%
4-6 years
0.6%



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