Physical Therapist
Des Moines, IA
ARMStaffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Physical Therapist

Schedule

Day Shift, 5x8 hours

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, developing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans as per the patient's needs and physician's directions. This role includes delegation and direction of discipline-specific therapy services, ensuring effective return to community activities. The Physical Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, coworkers, and students while demonstrating behaviors aligned with the organization’s mission statement and core values.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop appropriate treatment plans and goals focused on facilitating patient discharge within an established timeframe.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to discharge, including timely equipment trialing and patient training.
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions based on patient care needs.
• Document medical records clearly and concisely, following state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Ensure patient care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals.
• Participate in educational programs and provide a positive learning environment for students.
• Actively engage in professional development and advocacy efforts in the community.
• Maintain compliance with state practice acts and complete all continuing education requirements.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of services provided.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• Must hold a valid, current State license.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
• Previous LTACH experience preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!