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Occupational Therapist/ Certified Hand Therapist (FT)
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$86,117 / year median in Iowa
-6% projected decline
Job Description
What We Offer:
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends!Competitive Compensation:
Earn above market rates with additional profit-sharing opportunities.Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, dental, vision insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and more!Retirement Planning:
401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.Professional Growth:
Continuing education funds, MedBridge subscription, mentoring, shadowing, and leadership training opportunities. Our Commitment toExcellence:
Iowa Ortho is a leader in high-quality, cost-effective orthopedic care. With 27 specialty physicians and 13 locations throughout central Iowa, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled care to our patients and their families. Our licensed physical and occupational therapists utilize state-of-the-art rehabilitation techniques, with seamless access to referral sources, patient records, imaging studies, and more to ensure optimal recovery.Position Responsibilities:
- Deliver individualized, quality-oriented therapy programs, including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and education.
- Uphold clinic policies and regulatory standards while demonstrating superior clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Engage in collaborative communication with team members and actively identify patient learning needs.
- Foster a professional image and a supportive team environment.
- Utilize strong organizational skills to prioritize patient care effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current, active, and unencumbered license to practice in Iowa (open to candidates with pending licensures or those preparing for their board exam within six months).