Therapy Jobs in Iowa
75 active therapy jobs across Iowa. Browse RN, LPN, travel nurse, ICU, ER, and per diem positions.
Iowa is an active therapy market with 75 positions currently on the board across major hubs across Iowa. Listings cover hospital, clinic, long-term care, home health, and travel-therapy contracts, with both staff therapist and OT openings updated daily. Travel therapists and staff therapists are in high demand at hospitals and healthcare systems statewide, with openings spanning travel, staff, per diem, PT, OT and SLP roles. Schedules range from per diem and night shift to full-time staff and travel contracts of 8–13 weeks, with pay tied to specialty, experience, and shift differentials. ICU, ER, and med-surg roles consistently see the strongest demand. Browse jobs by city below or jump straight to a category to filter the listings. New positions are added daily as employers refresh their hiring feeds, so check back often or set up an alert to be notified when fresh Iowa therapy openings go live.
Average therapy pay — Iowa
Approximate market averages. Actual pay varies by employer, specialty, setting, and experience.
| Role | Avg annual | Avg weekly (travel) |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist (PT) | $82,000/yr | $1,800/week |
| Occupational Therapist (OT) | $78,000/yr | $1,650/week |
| Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | $80,000/yr | $1,700/week |
| Behavior Analyst (BCBA) | $75,000/yr | $1,500/week |
| Mental Health Therapist | $65,000/yr | $1,200/week |
Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,384 per week
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,360 per week
Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,056 per week
Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $2,150 per week
Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $1,960 per week
Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,052 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,006 per week
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Rehab - $1,740 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,840 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,940 per week
Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,454 per week
Radiation Therapy Medical Physicist - Des Moines
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,987 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,304 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,667 per week
Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,380 per week
Travel Clinic Physical Therapist - $1,158 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,918 per week
Travel Clinic Physical Therapist - $1,930 per week
Why nurse in Iowa?
Iowa offers a wide range of nursing opportunities across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, home health, and travel contracts. Whether you're an experienced RN, an LPN/LVN, a CNA, or a new graduate, employers across the state hire across day, night, and weekend shifts with competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Iowa state license to work as a therapist here?+
Iowa participates in the major therapy licensure compacts (PT Compact, OT Compact, and ASLP-IC). PTs, OTs, and SLPs holding a compact privilege from another member state can practice in Iowa without applying for a separate state license — a major benefit for travel therapists and relocating clinicians.
How much do therapists make in Iowa?+
Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists in Iowa typically earn between $75,000 and $115,000 per year depending on specialty, setting, and experience. Travel therapy and home-health roles often pay at the top of that range, while school-based and outpatient roles for new grads start closer to the lower end. BCBAs typically earn $70,000–$95,000.
Are there travel therapy jobs available in Iowa?+
Yes — travel PT, OT, and SLP contracts are widely available in Iowa, especially in skilled nursing, home health, and school settings. Weekly pay packages typically range from $1,700 to $2,800+ including stipends, with 13-week assignments at facilities across the state.
Are there therapy jobs in Iowa for new grads or therapists with no experience?+
Yes. Many outpatient clinics, school districts, and skilled nursing facilities in Iowa hire new-grad PTs, OTs, and SLPs and offer mentorship programs. Entry-level ABA roles (RBT, BCaBA) with on-the-job training are also widely available statewide.
How many active therapy jobs are listed in Iowa?+
There are currently 75 active therapy jobs in Iowa, updated daily across PT, OT, SLP, ABA, mental health, school-based, home health, and travel roles.