The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Health Care will be hiring a PRN Staff Physical Therapist. You will administer treatment to patients with complex physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries and interpret findings. You will be working in an inpatient setting. This position is located at our Medical Center University Campus in Iowa City. Duties to include: * Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment, and treatment appropriate for patients' needs. * Evaluate and instruct patients in appropriate treatment plans to achieve treatment goals. * Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommends opportunities for improvement in service quality. * Review patient progress and update plan, as necessary. * Document and present all related patient information. * Recommend patient referrals when necessary. * Attend and participate in educational programs and provides educational experiences as assigned. * Orient and instruct students within established guidelines. * Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality. * Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. * Additional tasks/responsibilities as needed/assigned. About: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 18,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. * On Campus: This position is performed fully on the campus of the University Medical Center. * This position is: Commensurate PRN (pro re nata) * Work Schedule: As needed. * Temporary: A staff member may serve in temporary status in a continuous appointment for no more than one year to meet an emergency or temporary need of the University. Employees in this classification will not be eligible for university benefits. Required Qualifications: * 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. * Entry level experience in Physical Therapy. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Desirable Qualifications: * 1-3 years of experience in Physical Therapy. * 1-3 years of experience in one or more assigned areas of responsibility. * Demonstrates leadership abilities. * Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team. Contact Information: Please send documents and questions to the contact information listed below. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. * Documents Required: Resume and Cover Letter * Contact Name: Matt Hackler * Contact Email: mhackler@uiowa.edu * Organization: Rehabilitation Therapies, Medical Center University Campus |
University of Iowa
Feb 10, 2026