Senior Physical Therapist 50%25 Weekend Option, Medical Center University

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Healthcare is seeking a Senior Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with complex physical dysfunctions, disorders, and/or injuries. This position will work with a variety of patients with a wide range of dysfunctions in an inpatient critical care setting at the Medical Center University Campus in Iowa City. You will act as a clinical resource providing mentorship in the unit.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy is required.
Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required.
2+ years of experience in Physical Therapy is necessary, with a high degree of understanding and skill in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
Demonstrated skills in clinical education abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
3+ years of experience in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
Demonstrates leadership abilities.
Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional patient care, evaluation, assessment, and treatment appropriate for patients with complex or specialized needs.
Participate in the development of innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students.
Serve as a clinical resource and maintain a high level of clinical productivity.
Participate in clinical research and collaborate on special projects.
Assist with setting and accomplishing divisional/departmental goals and assists management as necessary.
Develop, implement and expand learning opportunities and skills development for staff & students.
Assist in establishing new programs, as well as maintaining and developing current programs.
Assist in the administration of the departmental Quality Assurance program.
Participate in the development of service operations, policies and procedures.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Additional tasks/responsibilities as needed/assigned.