Physical Therapist Outpatient​/Musculoskeletal

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system,
UChicago Medicine
, as a Physical Therapist I (Outpatient/Musculoskeletal). at the Hyde Park campus.

In this role, the Physical Therapist performs advanced/specialized physical therapy services/procedures and consultations, primarily in area of advanced clinical competency and/or specialty certification. With responsibilities that include supervising and providing clinical instruction for affiliating DPT students during full-time clinical rotations and participating in program development and supporting research and quality/performance improvement initiatives.

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our Outpatient Musculoskeletal service line. This role offers the opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of patients and complex orthopedic conditions in a collaborative, academically oriented environment. You will be supported by experienced mentors, collaborate with highly skilled colleagues, and practice with meaningful clinical autonomy.

Our program also maintains a collaborative partnership with the renowned Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, providing access to advanced learning opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to nationally recognized rehabilitation expertise.

• Conducts evaluations using appropriate tests and measurements to determine physical therapy problems, functional levels, and recommended treatment plans.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to establish patient disposition.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and applies patient care protocols that address the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric populations. Includes patient goals in care plan.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in quality assurance activities as needed.
• Develops physical therapy interventions in collaboration with the patient/family, referring practitioner and treatment team goals.
• Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures.
• Ensures continuity of care through timely and effective written and verbal communication with team members and other treating disciplines, particularly when planning absences.
• Attends rounds, conferences, and clinics as assigned, providing patient updates and discharge recommendations.
• Identifies and recommends necessary patient care equipment prior to discharge and assists with procurement as appropriate.
• Accurately documents evaluations, progress notes, and all procedures performed within established time frames.
• Completes compliant, timely, and accurate patient billing at the end of each day.
• Instructs patients and families in home exercise programs.
• Provides education on therapy diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.

• Requires graduation from an approved physical therapy school.
• Requires current physical therapy license in the State of Illinois (or eligibility to practice)
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific and appropriate care for the patient populations served.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive interactions with patients, families, the multidisciplinary team, and external contacts.

• Job type/FTE:
  Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days - 8-hour shift
• Work Location:
  
  Hyde Park
• Unit/Department:
  Physical Therapy
• CBA Code:
  Non-Union

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