Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Position Overview

Join a Cedar Rapids, IA outpatient clinic as a Physical Therapist providing general orthopedic care. Evaluate patients, develop and modify individualized treatment plans, document care, and support safe, functional return to community activities. Participate in student education as assigned and maintain professional licensure and practice according to state regulations and clinic policies. New graduates are optional for this assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Active Physical Therapy state license in IA or ability to obtain state licensure prior to start.
BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
Experience or comfort with general outpatient orthopedics.
Ability to complete timely, accurate documentation including evaluations, goal writing, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry per clinic and payer requirements.
Willingness to participate in student supervision and professional development activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous outpatient clinic experience in orthopedic caseloads.
Experience with functional, community-focused treatment program design.

Assignment Details

Schedule: (5x8) five 8-hour days per week.
Duration: 13 week assignment.
Start: ASAP.
May be expected to follow clinic float requirements as needed.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits and 401(k) matching options.
Paid housing options may be available.
Travel and license reimbursement options.
24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
Competitive referral program.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality, safe care aligned with organizational mission and core values. Uphold professional codes of conduct and compliance standards. Apply clinical reasoning to progress patients toward discharge and engage in continuous professional development. Contribute to performance improvement efforts and maintain awareness of safety practices including safe patient handling, infection prevention, and workplace hazard reporting.

Location Highlights

Cedar Rapids offers a mix of cultural and outdoor activities within easy reach.

The city is home to the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and the Paramount Theatre, both located in the downtown riverfront district within a short drive of local clinics. Nearby parks include Palisades-Kepler State Park and the Cedar Valley trails system, providing hiking and biking options within 20–40 minutes. The Cedar River provides waterfront access and recreational opportunities. The region supports a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to dining, family-friendly neighborhoods, and commuter routes to larger metro areas.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.