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Move With Purpose in a Region That Balances Small-Town Spirit and Big-Sky Freedom
In a place where Friday night football is a shared ritual and wellness is woven into the rhythm of daily life, your expertise as a Physical Therapist can do more than heal - it can uplift a whole community. This full-time role blends outpatient care, inpatient collaboration, and sideline support for student-athletes. It's a rare opportunity to stretch your clinical skills while anchoring your practice in a place that values connection, autonomy, and a job well done.
Here, your work will matter. You'll treat a wide variety of patients across the lifespan - from stroke rehab and joint recovery to injury prevention and athletic performance. You'll collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, and school staff, blending clinical excellence with genuine care. Whether you're adjusting a treatment plan based on new progress or responding to a game-time injury with confidence and calm, your impact will be both visible and deeply appreciated.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Evaluate, plan, and administer physical therapy treatment in line with physician orders and best practices
Design and implement personalized care plans using therapeutic modalities and assistive devices
Perform rehabilitation for both outpatient and inpatient populations, adjusting plans to optimize outcomes
Work with local school districts to support student-athletes through education, prevention, and treatment
Monitor progress, document interventions, and reassess plans in real time
Collaborate with Physical Therapy Assistants and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and home programs
Ensure all treatments and documentation meet compliance and confidentiality standards
Maintain safety procedures and infection control protocols
Participate in departmental meetings and ongoing performance improvement initiatives
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
Certifications
Current Physical Therapy Licensure in the State of Iowa
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience in outpatient and/or school-based settings a plus
Adaptable, solution-oriented, and calm under pressure
Comfortable in a dual role (clinical + athletic support) with a flexible schedule
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $42.00 - $53.00, based on experience
Full-Time Benefits Package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings with employer contribution
Continuing education and licensure support
Paid time off and holiday pay
Flexibility in scheduling and professional development
Opportunities to participate in community events and school partnerships
A Community Where Purpose Has Room to Grow
This region offers a unique blend of pace and purpose - where open skies meet open arms. You'll find wide sidewalks instead of crowded city blocks, and a slower heartbeat that still beats with energy, innovation, and hometown pride.
Spend your mornings on paved trails that wind through prairie parks, or your evenings volunteering at the local high school's home game - not as a spectator, but as a key player in student-athlete health. The surrounding area is dotted with lakes, golf courses, and family farms that stretch to the horizon. There's room to breathe here, with fresh air, affordable living, and communities that value both tradition and progress.
This part of Iowa is known for its entrepreneurial spirit. New businesses, craft coffee shops, and health-forward restaurants are making their mark, while generations-old diners and mom-and-pop shops continue to hold space in the local fabric. Residents are active, friendly, and deeply supportive of healthcare professionals who choose to invest their time and talents here.
And when you need a change of scenery? You're less than an hour's drive from the cultural offerings of Des Moines and the riverfront buzz of Omaha. From music festivals and art walks to minor-league baseball and lakeside cabins, there's no shortage of ways to recharge between shifts.
What Makes This Role Different
This isn't just another outpatient gig. It's an invitation to work with both clinical and community impact - to help rehabilitate patients one-on-one and support youth wellness on the sidelines. It's a dual role, but it's not double the stress - because here, you're backed by a team that values your time, trusts your judgment, and shares your mission.
In this position, you'll gain visibility and respect not just from coworkers, but from teachers, students, parents, and neighbors who know your name and recognize your care. Your mornings may start in a quiet therapy room and end with a pep talk to an athlete post-practice. It's fulfilling work - and it's the kind of work that feels good in your bones.
Let's Move Forward - Together
If you're a licensed Physical Therapist looking for more than just a paycheck - if you want your days to feel meaningful, your role to feel connected, and your community to feel like home - we'd love to meet you.
Join a team where every shift brings new growth, every patient is more than a number, and every day brings the opportunity to make a difference.
Apply today. Let's help people move - and keep moving - toward their best possible life.