Physical Therapist - Occupational Health & Work Comp

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a specialized Physical Therapist to lead our Occupational Health and Workers’ Compensation program. You will provide expert rehabilitative care for work-related injuries, focusing on safe, efficient return-to-work (RTW) outcomes. This role bridges clinical treatment with industrial needs through job-specific functional training and employer collaboration.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred for 2025).
• Licensure: Active state license to practice Physical Therapy.

Nice To Haves

• Occupational Medicine experience highly preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Specialized Evaluations: Perform post-offer testing- Work Capacity Evaluations (WCE), Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE), and Job Site Analyses/Ergonomic Assessments to objectively measure job readiness.
• Industrial Rehabilitation: Evaluate patients with work-related injuries and develop rehabilitation programs for recovery as part of the post-injury care team together with physicians and other APPs. Design customized treatment plans that mimic specific job demands, such as lifting, climbing, and repetitive tasks. Develop/implement work hardening/work conditioning programs.
• Employer Services: Conduct onsite ergonomic risk assessments, job analyses, and injury prevention training to mitigate workplace hazards.
• Case Management: Maintain consistent communication with physicians, insurance adjusters, and nurse case managers regarding patient progress and work restrictions.
• Compliance: Ensure all documentation meets strict medical, legal, and workers’ compensation reimbursement requirements.

Benefits

• Health Insurance and Dental Coverage with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation
• 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing)
• Medical & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (accrue up to 29 days/year) + additional CEU time off and allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees